Marshside Primary School
Southport, PR9 9XA · Sefton · primary school
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27th 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 — 5.4/10 against 2,539 of them, against 4.5/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Marshside Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 11.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 204 pupils against a stated capacity of 222. 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 maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in the coming years?
What Ofsted said about Marshside Primary School
Overview
Marshside Primary School is described as a "welcoming school" where pupils feel "happy and safe" within a "close-knit community." The inspection found that the school provides a high-quality education, with staff maintaining "high expectations" for all learners, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Overall, the school is judged to be Good across all key areas.
Strengths
- Pupils are "kind and considerate," demonstrating polite behaviour and attentiveness in lessons.
- The curriculum is "broad and balanced," with staff skilled in teaching a wide range of subjects and using assessment to inform future learning.
- There is a strong "love of reading," supported by initiatives like the ‘book bus’ library and engaged parents.
- Phonics teaching is delivered with "expertise," ensuring most pupils read confidently by the end of Year 2.
- Staff are highly effective at adapting the curriculum to support pupils with SEND, helping them become independent.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, older pupils have "residual gaps in their knowledge" from previous curriculum shortcomings, leaving them less prepared for the next stage of education.
- A few pupils do not behave with high levels of respect during social times, risking the school’s positive culture; the school should strengthen support for these pupils to manage their emotions.
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 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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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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