Knowsley Village School
Prescot, L34 0ER · Knowsley · primary school
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42nd 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.0/10 against 1,808 of them, against 2.0/10 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 62% | 0.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 38% | 1.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Knowsley Village School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% 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 (2.0 out of 10 either way).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in dance, gymnastics, karting, swimming, and football.
Getting in
The published school roll is 175 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in literacy and numeracy? What specific support is available for children who need extra help in maths? How does the school monitor progress for pupils who are not reaching the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Knowsley Village School
Overview
Pupils love attending this welcoming school, where staff prioritise well-being and foster a culture of ‘respect for all’. The curriculum is ambitious and logically ordered, particularly in early years and literacy, ensuring children are well prepared for future learning. Leaders have created a nurturing environment that supports both pupil achievement and staff well-being.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious’ and ‘ordered logically’, allowing pupils to build new knowledge effectively.
- Staff are ‘skilful in delivering the phonics programme’, resulting in confident readers who enjoy a wide range of books.
- Pupils demonstrate high levels of engagement, listening carefully and completing tasks with ‘enthusiasm’.
- The school has a ‘nurturing culture’ with strong relationships, and governors ‘support and challenge the school appropriately’.
- Early years provision is ‘well-designed’, with activities that support and extend learning across all areas.
Areas to improve
- Systems to check pupils’ learning are not as effective in some subjects as in others, meaning teachers sometimes do not know what pupils have retained.
- Feedback does not always help pupils understand how to improve, leaving some misconceptions and knowledge gaps unaddressed.
- Teachers do not always make effective adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), hindering their access to the curriculum.
Safeguarding
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 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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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