Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School
99%
Capacity
227
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School
Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 230 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Griffiths, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2524th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 64 in Wirral.
Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 26 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (112 responses).
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 Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School include Art Studios, Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Drama, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Thurstaston Dawpool 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Lane, Wirral, Wirral, CH61 0HH |
| Headteacher | Helen Griffiths |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.1% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 230 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2524th of 13,686
Nationally
346th of 2,065
In North West
7th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
89%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
112 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
School Lane, Wirral
Wirral, CH61 0HH
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Opening Hours
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