Kirkdale St Lawrence CofE VA Primary School

A good voluntary aided school school in Liverpool. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Kirkdale St Lawrence CofE VA Primary School.

Liverpool, L41QD Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

49

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
40.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 47.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
47.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 6.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
18 December 2012
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Fonthill Road
Liverpool, L41QD

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
132176
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Address
Fonthill Road, Liverpool, L4 1QD
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
School status
Open
Capacity
280 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Liverpool
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
299
Free School Meals
52.0% (155 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.3% (10 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.8%
Good
Persistent Absence
21.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
47.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
6.0%
Reading Score:
105.0
Maths Score:
100.0
Grammar Score:
102.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 100.0 105.0
2023 103.0 104.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
16 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
33
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
299 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-1.0 per year)

Down -1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Together, with God in our heart, the path to our dreams will start"

HOPE THANKFULNESS COURAGE COMPASSION TRUST

Kirkdale, St. Lawrence CE Primary School is a Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School which means we have a Christian character and ethos. Church schools are not 'faith schools' for Christians but Christian schools for all and are committed to serving the needs of the local community. The Church of England vision for education includes educating for wisdom, hope and aspiration, community and living well together, and dignity and respect.

Head Teacher's Message

Head Teacher Jo Campbell welcomes visitors and stresses partnership with families and the wider community, describing the school as a hub of its diverse community.

Extracurriculars

Sports

dance football yoga multi-skills cricket basketball dodge ball rounders swimming

Curriculum Highlights

Maths English Science Geography History Religious Education and Collective Worship Physical Education Computing PSHE Music MFL Art Design & Technology

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club and after-school clubs are available; wraparound care details provided on site.

Admissions Criteria

The school's admission arrangements were determined by the governing body on 12 May 2021 following a 6-week consultation. The Pupil Admission Number (PAN) is 40. Applications for Reception Class September 2026 deadline is 15th January 2026. The arrangements for admission of children to school are under the control of the governors, operating through their admissions panel. The Supplementary Church form should be completed in addition to the Local Authority form by applicants who wish to provide information to be considered under church criteria.

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