A requires improvement voluntary controlled school school in Wirral. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bidston Village CofE (Controlled) Primary School.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Official inspection outcomes
Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 97.0 | 100.0 |
| 2023 | 99.0 | 101.0 |
Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends
Derived insights and analysis
Declining trend (-1.5 per year)
Down -1.5% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"Join together to support and encourage one another to promote love and good works"
Bidston Village CE Primary School is a Church of England voluntary controlled primary school in the heart of Bidston, with strong links to St Oswald’s Church and the local community. The school is affiliated with the Chester Diocese; religious education and collective worship are aligned with Church of England practices, interpreting knowledge through Gospel values, and church partnerships influence teaching and community life.
Welcome from Headteacher Ms Mina Shahi, emphasising Bidston Village as a church-influenced, inclusive school with strong community links and a commitment to nurturing every pupil to reach their full potential.
Admission Number is 56 per year group from Foundation Stage 2 to Year 6. Priorities include Looked After Children, those living in the in-school catchment with siblings, those with a medical need within the catchment, and the closest in-zone children when places are available; external applicants may be considered if places remain following in-zone criteria.