West Kirby Primary School
117%
Capacity
304
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About West Kirby Primary School
West Kirby Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 304 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (117% of 259 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated West Kirby Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Bailey, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% 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 1645th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 64 in Wirral.
West Kirby Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 31 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West Kirby Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Art Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, West Kirby 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Anglesey Road, Wirral, Wirral, CH48 5EQ |
| Headteacher | Emma Bailey |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 304 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.0% |
| School Capacity | 304 / 259 (117% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1645th of 13,686
Nationally
207th of 2,065
In North West
4th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
79%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Anglesey Road, Wirral
Wirral, CH48 5EQ
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