Waterloo Primary School
104%
Capacity
437
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Waterloo Primary School
Waterloo Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 437 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Waterloo Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Maciver, it falls under Sefton local authority.
Waterloo Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 43 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Waterloo Primary School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Book Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Waterloo 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 | Crosby Road North, Liverpool, Sefton, L22 0LD |
| Headteacher | Sarah Maciver |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 437 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.4% |
| School Capacity | 437 / 420 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Dec 2016. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
86
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Crosby Road North, Liverpool
Sefton, L22 0LD
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