St Anne's Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
245
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Anne's Catholic Primary School
St Anne's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 245 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 247 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Anne's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lorraine Prescott, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9422nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 64 in Wirral.
St Anne's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 25 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
St Anne's Catholic Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.6/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (46 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Anne's Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Football, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, St Anne's Catholic 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Highfield South, Birkenhead, Wirral, CH42 4NE |
| Headteacher | Lorraine Prescott |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 245 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.7% |
| School Capacity | 245 / 247 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9422nd of 13,686
Nationally
1365th of 2,065
In North West
31st of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
46 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
34
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anne's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Highfield South, Birkenhead
Wirral, CH42 4NE
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