Co-op Academy Portland
Birkenhead, CH41 0AB · Wirral · primary school
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67th of 74 primary schools in Wirral we can score, 90 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.1/10 against 1,561 of them, against 1.2/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 45.0 · 13 | 62% | 0.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Co-op Academy Portland overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 45.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Cinema Club, Global Games, STEM Society, Craft and Create, Mini Matisse Art, Gymnastics, Musical Theatre, and Karate clubs, or sing in the Town Hall Choir. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 227 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard in core subjects? How are the various clubs scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about Co-op Academy Portland
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this "welcoming" and "inclusive" school where they feel "well cared for and safe." The report highlights that the school has made "swift and effective changes" to its curriculum, resulting in pupils who are "engaged, motivated and committed to their education." While current attainment data lags behind national averages due to past curriculum issues and high pupil mobility, inspectors observed that pupils are now building knowledge well from their starting points.
Strengths
- The curriculum is designed to build knowledge and skills, preparing pupils for "future success" with a clear focus on subject content.
- Early reading instruction is "effective," with a "love of reading" evident across the school and timely support for those needing extra practice.
- Pupils demonstrate "compassion and respect for others," participating in enriching activities like community visits and the school parliament.
- Staff and leaders provide strong support, with "strong relationships" built between staff and pupils, and effective partnership with external agencies for SEND pupils.
- Attendance has improved significantly, with staff actively encouraging pupils to attend so they do not "miss out."
Areas to improve
- Assessment strategies in some subjects are not used effectively enough to check if pupils have retained previous knowledge, hindering the identification of learning gaps.
- Some pupils lack a "secure grasp of basic writing skills," such as transcription, spelling, and punctuation, which prevents them from completing written tasks successfully.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 38% |
| 2023/24 | 25% |
| 2024/25 | 45% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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