Rudston Primary School
Liverpool, L16 4PQ · Liverpool · primary school
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76th of 104 primary schools in Liverpool we can score, 114 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 the 3,159 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8/10 among them, against 2.3/10 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 | 35.0 · 5 | 40% | 0.20 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rudston Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 35.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8 out of 10 among them, against 2.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the School Council, Playground Leaders, Peer Mentors, Librarians, and Rudston Child Committee. Sports include Sports Day, Cycling, Liverpool Schools Sports Partnership events, and School Swimming. Musical instrument lessons are available, and an after-school club operates.
Getting in
The published school roll is 453 pupils against a stated capacity of 452. 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 bridge the gap between the current attainment figures and national expectations? What specific strategies are used to engage students in the named clubs and sports? How does the school manage the current over-capacity status for new admissions?
What Ofsted said about Rudston Primary School
Overview
Rudston Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "friendly and caring" environment where pupils feel safe and valued. Leaders have established high expectations that encourage resilience and respect, while providing a curriculum that is well-organised in most subjects. The school fosters strong community ties and ensures inclusive opportunities for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a supportive atmosphere where staff "drop everything to help you if you are struggling" and act quickly to tackle bullying.
- The curriculum is well-structured in most subjects, allowing pupils to "learn and remember more" than in the past.
- Leaders have prioritised phonics and reading, ensuring books are "closely matched to the sounds that they have learned" to build fluency.
- Staff receive strong support from leaders, who have successfully reduced workload and improved staff well-being.
- Pupils benefit from diverse opportunities for personal development, including sports, choir performances, and roles such as peer mentors.
Areas to improve
- In a few foundation subjects, leaders must provide greater clarity on the crucial knowledge pupils need to acquire to help teachers design effective learning activities.
- Assessment strategies in subjects other than reading and mathematics need improvement to ensure teachers can accurately identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders creating a "culture of vigilance" where staff are well-trained, concerns are reported clearly, and pupils learn how to keep themselves safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 35% |
| 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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