Wavertree Church of England School
65%
Capacity
157
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Wavertree Church of England School
Wavertree Church of England School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 157 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wavertree Church of England School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Parkinson, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12410th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 91st out of 102 in Liverpool.
Wavertree Church of England School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 21 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
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 Wavertree Church of England School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Tennis, Dance, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Wavertree Church of England 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 | Rose Villas, Liverpool, Liverpool, L15 8HJ |
| Headteacher | Clare Parkinson |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 157 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.1% |
| School Capacity | 157 / 240 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12410th of 13,686
Nationally
1839th of 2,065
In North West
91st of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
36%
'23/24
40%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
28
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rose Villas, Liverpool
Liverpool, L15 8HJ
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