Wavertree Church of England School
Liverpool, L15 8HJ · Liverpool · primary school
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88th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.5/10 against 994 of them, against 0.7/10 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 | 33.0 · 4 | 40% | 0.17 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wavertree Church of England School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 33.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, 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 (0.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 159 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 core subjects? What specific activities take place during the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the school plan to improve attainment in the coming year?
What Ofsted said about Wavertree Church of England School
Overview
Wavertree Church of England School continues to be a good school, offering a happy community where pupils feel accepted and safe. Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement, delivering a suitably ambitious curriculum that helps most pupils succeed. The inspection confirms that the school provides a broad and balanced education, with effective support for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a strong sense of belonging in a small school where "everyone knows each other well" and bullying is dealt with effectively.
- The curriculum is "ordered logically" in most subjects, allowing pupils to build securely on earlier learning and achieve well.
- Staff deliver the phonics programme "consistently well," helping children develop confidence and learn to read effectively from Reception.
- Leaders provide clear information and additional support so that pupils with SEND can access the "same ambitious curriculum as their peers."
- Governors "support and challenge school leaders appropriately" while being considerate of staff workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, leaders are still finalising the specific content and teaching order, which "hinders how well some pupils learn."
- There are "limited opportunities for pupils to read for pleasure," preventing them from developing a breadth of vocabulary and appreciation for literature.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and making appropriate referrals to secure timely help for vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 36% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 33% |
| 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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