Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School
Wirral, CH61 0HH · Wirral · primary school
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5th of 74 primary schools in Wirral we can score, 90 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 1,446 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.5/10 among them, against 9.2/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 62% | 5.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 38% | 3.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 20.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.5 out of 10 among them, against 9.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs including Chess, Judo, Fine Art, Mad Science, Make and Learn, STEM Kids, and Magical Science. Sports options cover Football, Rugby, Netball, Athletics, Cross Country, Tennis, Bats and Ball, and Archery. Arts and music provision includes Choir, Dance, Musical Theatre, Gymnastics, and Cheerleading.
Getting in
The published school roll is 216 pupils against a stated capacity of 230. 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 do not reach the higher standard? What does the typical day look like for a child joining the Judo or Chess clubs?
What Ofsted said about Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School are described as “happy and safe” within a calm environment characterised by “strong, respectful relationships.” The school delivers a “Good” quality of education, with pupils achieving well, particularly in early reading where attainment was “among the highest nationally.” Leaders and governors maintain a clear vision, ensuring staff feel valued and that the school operates as “one big family.”
Strengths
- Pupils are “polite, confident and... highly articulate,” displaying a “high degree of sportsmanship” and eagerness to learn.
- The school has “highly effective processes” to identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they access the same ambitious curriculum.
- Early reading is prioritised successfully; most pupils learn to read “accurately and with fluency by the end of Year 2” through a well-implemented phonics programme.
- Staff feel “valued” and appreciate the consideration given to their workload and well-being, contributing to a positive school culture.
- Pupils develop leadership skills through roles such as Year 6 buddies and play leaders, engaging positively with their community.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, the curriculum lacks clarity on the “smaller components of knowledge,” making it difficult for pupils to build secure prior learning.
- Checks on curriculum delivery in some subjects are insufficient, meaning the school is occasionally unaware that “some aspects of the curriculum are not covered as intended,” causing pupils to miss key learning.
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 | 89% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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