Woolton Primary School
96%
Capacity
652
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Woolton Primary School
Woolton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 652 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 682 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woolton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Allison Mulvaney, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4194th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Woolton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 194 applications for 90 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 86 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woolton Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Woolton 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 | Out Lane, Liverpool, Liverpool, L25 5NN |
| Headteacher | Allison Mulvaney |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 652 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.9% |
| School Capacity | 652 / 682 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4194th of 13,686
Nationally
610th of 2,065
In North West
24th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
70%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
194
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
86 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Out Lane, Liverpool
Liverpool, L25 5NN
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