Woodchurch CofE Primary School
81%
Capacity
171
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Woodchurch CofE Primary School
Woodchurch CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 171 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Woodchurch CofE Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Zoe Carciero, it falls under Wirral local authority.
Woodchurch CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 11 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodchurch CofE Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Eco Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Woodchurch 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane, Wirral, Wirral, CH49 7LS |
| Headteacher | Zoe Carciero |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 171 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.9% |
| School Capacity | 171 / 210 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
20
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Wirral
Wirral, CH49 7LS
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