The Grange Primary School
98%
Capacity
293
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About The Grange Primary School
The Grange Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 293 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Grange Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gwyn Evans, it falls under Sefton local authority.
The Grange Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 29 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Grange Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, The Grange 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 | Stonyfield, Bootle, Sefton, L30 0QS |
| Headteacher | Gwyn Evans |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 293 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.3% |
| School Capacity | 293 / 300 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 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.
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Contact Information
Stonyfield, Bootle
Sefton, L30 0QS
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