Roby Park Primary School
Knowsley, L36 4NY · Knowsley · primary school
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18th 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 — 5.4/10 against 1,730 of them, against 4.4/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Roby Park Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, compared to the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a Forest School club, swimming, climbing, high ropes, raft building, archery, and Scoot Fit. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 234 pupils against a stated capacity of 288. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Forest School sessions?
What Ofsted said about Roby Park Primary School
Overview
Roby Park Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils are happy, achieve well, and are well prepared for their future lives through rich learning opportunities and a strong commitment to equality. The school provides a positive environment where pupils behave well and develop empathy.
Strengths
- Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), "achieve well across a range of subjects" and are "well prepared to be positive members of British society."
- The school expertly identifies pupils’ needs and provides targeted support, ensuring most children "flourish in their academic, social and emotional development."
- Staff effectively teach the phonics programme, resulting in pupils becoming "confident, competent early readers," with extra practice provided for those who struggle.
- Pupils demonstrate high levels of self-discipline and kindness, contributing to school life through roles such as the school council and "play detectives."
- The school offers "impressive extra learning opportunities," including award schemes and career guidance, helping pupils gain confidence for their future lives.
Areas to improve
- The governing body lacks sufficient understanding of pupils’ attendance and the school’s actions on this issue, which "holds back the effectiveness of some of the work of the governing body."
- There is not always a clear enough understanding of how the curriculum in key stages 1 and 2 builds on children’s learning in the Nursery Year, meaning links in some subjects are not fully confident.
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 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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