Kew Woods Primary School
Southport, PR8 6JW · Sefton · primary school
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14th of 69 primary schools in Sefton we can score, 74 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 — 7.3/10 against 2,784 of them, against 6.4/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kew Woods Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 426 pupils against a stated capacity of 450. 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
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about Kew Woods Primary School
Overview
Kew Woods Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, "learn and achieve well." Leaders have established an "ambitious curriculum" that helps pupils gain important knowledge and develop an "eager interest in their learning." The school fosters a positive environment where pupils are "polite, kind and sensible" and feel safe.
Strengths
- Pupils are "happy and settled," enjoying a wide range of activities such as creative performances and clubs that enhance their wider development.
- Teachers "skilfully use assessment strategies" and revisit key learning to build pupils’ understanding, ensuring they leave "confident and ready to continue their education."
- Staff provide effective support for reading, following a chosen phonics programme and strengthening work for pupils who find phonics more difficult.
- Leaders ensure staff are well-trained and supported, with actions taken to reduce workload, resulting in staff who "feel happy in their roles."
- Pupils are taught to become responsible citizens, learning about global responsibilities and respecting differences between people.
Areas to improve
- In a few foundation subjects, leaders have not fully identified the "essential component knowledge" pupils need to learn, making it more difficult for them to grasp the intended curriculum. Leaders should ensure all subjects are "equally well thought out."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders and staff being "highly vigilant" and acting without delay to ensure pupils receive necessary support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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
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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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