Westvale Primary School

About Westvale Primary School

Westvale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Westvale Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Colin Richardson, it falls under Knowsley local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11244th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 47 in Knowsley.

Westvale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 22 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 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 Westvale Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Art Club, Film Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, Westvale 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.

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