Halsnead Primary School
Prescot, L35 3TX · Knowsley · primary school
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15th of 48 primary schools in Knowsley we can score, 50 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.0/10 against 1,585 of them, against 4.9/10 nationally. 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Halsnead Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 5.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 252 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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.
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What Ofsted said about Halsnead Primary School
Overview
Halsnead Primary School is described as a place where "all pupils are welcome" and feel "happy and safe." The report highlights that leaders are "ambitious for all pupils," resulting in a curriculum that is "broad and balanced" and staff who have "secure subject knowledge." Overall, pupils "work hard and mostly achieve well," with particular praise for the nurturing early years provision and effective support for those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "commensurate with the national curriculum," with teachers delivering knowledge in a "logical order" to help pupils build a "deep body of knowledge."
- Staff effectively support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they "learn the same curriculum as their peers" and are "fully involved in all aspects of school life."
- Reading is prioritised through a "love of reading" culture, with consistent phonics teaching ensuring "most pupils are confident and fluent readers by the end of Year 2."
- Pupils demonstrate high standards of behaviour, being "polite and well-mannered," while leaders deal with bullying "quickly and effectively."
- Leaders invest significantly in staff training and development, ensuring teachers are well-equipped to identify and address pupil needs.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, leaders must ensure teachers "identify and address gaps in pupils’ learning" caused by previous curriculum weaknesses before teaching new concepts.
- Leaders should work with families to improve attendance for the minority of pupils who are "often absent from school," as this limits their exposure to the curriculum.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with staff trained to spot risks and clear procedures in place to report concerns and access external support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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