Woodlands Primary School
101%
Capacity
341
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Woodlands Primary School
Woodlands Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 341 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 336 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodlands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Crosthwaite, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11712th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 64 in Wirral.
Woodlands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 44 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodlands Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Netball, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Woodlands 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 | Hollybank Road, Birkenhead, Wirral, CH41 2SY |
| Headteacher | Gemma Crosthwaite |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 341 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.9% |
| School Capacity | 341 / 336 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11712th of 13,686
Nationally
1724th of 2,065
In North West
47th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
45%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hollybank Road, Birkenhead
Wirral, CH41 2SY
Journey to School
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