The Priory Parish CofE Primary School
70%
Capacity
176
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About The Priory Parish CofE Primary School
The Priory Parish CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 176 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Priory Parish CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sophie Ellison, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10510th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 64 in Wirral.
The Priory Parish CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 29 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
The Priory Parish CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 77% recommending the school (47 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Priory Parish CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Science Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, The Priory Parish CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | The Priory Parish C of E Primary School, 1 Aberdeen Street, Birkenhead, Wirral, CH41 4HS |
| Headteacher | Sophie Ellison |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 176 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.4% |
| School Capacity | 176 / 250 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10510th of 13,686
Nationally
1542nd of 2,065
In North West
37th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
47 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
39
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (72% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Priory Parish C of E Primary School, 1 Aberdeen Street, Birkenhead
Wirral, CH41 4HS
The Priory Parish C of E Primary School, 1 Aberdeen Street, Birkenhead
Wirral, CH41 4HS
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