St Michael-in-the-Hamlet Community Primary School
85%
Capacity
409
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Michael-in-the-Hamlet Community Primary School
St Michael-in-the-Hamlet Community 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 409 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 484 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Michael-in-the-Hamlet Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Moreton, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12071st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 86th out of 102 in Liverpool.
St Michael-in-the-Hamlet Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 50 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Michael-in-the-Hamlet Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Football, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, St Michael-in-the-Hamlet Community 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 | Neilson Road, St Michael-in-the-Hamlet Primary School, Liverpool, Liverpool, L17 7BA |
| Headteacher | Laura Moreton |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 409 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.9% |
| School Capacity | 409 / 484 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12071st of 13,686
Nationally
1782nd of 2,065
In North West
86th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
43%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Neilson Road, St Michael-in-the-Hamlet Primary School, Liverpool
Liverpool, L17 7BA
Neilson Road, St Michael-in-the-Hamlet Primary School, Liverpool
Liverpool, L17 7BA
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