Thingwall Primary School
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Thingwall Primary School
Thingwall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Thingwall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Danielle Evans, it falls under Wirral local authority.
Thingwall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 29 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 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 Thingwall Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Thingwall 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pensby Road, Wirral, Wirral, CH61 7UG |
| Headteacher | Danielle Evans |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.9% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: 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
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pensby Road, Wirral
Wirral, CH61 7UG
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