Stanton Road Primary School
90%
Capacity
291
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Stanton Road Primary School
Stanton Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 291 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 322 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stanton Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Susannah McShane, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6378th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 64 in Wirral.
Stanton Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 27 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stanton Road Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Netball, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Eco Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Stanton Road 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Stanton Road, Wirral, Wirral, CH63 3HW |
| Headteacher | Susannah McShane |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 291 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.5% |
| School Capacity | 291 / 322 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6378th of 13,686
Nationally
916th of 2,065
In North West
16th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed27
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stanton Road, Wirral
Wirral, CH63 3HW
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