Smithdown Primary School
108%
Capacity
488
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Smithdown Primary School
Smithdown Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 488 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Philip Horne, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7597th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Smithdown Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 161 applications for 60 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 84 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Smithdown Primary School include Forest School, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Smithdown Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Chatsworth Drive, Liverpool, Liverpool, L7 6LJ |
| Headteacher | Philip Horne |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 488 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.7% |
| School Capacity | 488 / 450 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7597th of 13,686
Nationally
1078th of 2,065
In North West
49th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
161
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
84 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Smithdown Primary School
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Contact Information
Chatsworth Drive, Liverpool
Liverpool, L7 6LJ
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