Whitefield Primary School
Liverpool, L6 2HZ · Liverpool · primary school
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2nd 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.5/10 against 1,237 of them, against 8.6/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Whitefield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 17.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Children’s Committee, eCadets, Play Leaders, Librarians, Confidence Ambassadors, Reading Ambassadors, and Times Tables Rockstars. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 339 pupils against a stated capacity of 295. 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
What specific support is provided for pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard? How are the various clubs scheduled to ensure all interested children can participate?
What Ofsted said about Whitefield Primary School
Overview
Whitefield Primary School continues to be an outstanding school, providing a nurturing environment where pupils embody the motto ‘Be here, be you, belong’. The report highlights that pupils achieve remarkably well, making very strong progress from low starting points while developing into confident and highly articulate learners.
Strengths
- Pupils display ‘impeccable’ conduct and ‘exceptionally strong’ relationships with staff, approaching work with ‘great pride and resilience’.
- The curriculum is described as a ‘vibrant and extremely ambitious learning journey’ that clearly identifies key knowledge, enabling pupils to build ‘firm foundations for future learning’.
- Staff teach with ‘expertise and enthusiasm’, skilfully designing activities that help pupils make ‘strong connections’ between existing and new knowledge.
- The early years curriculum gives children an ‘excellent start’, with well-organised areas and tailored activities that maximise engagement and develop ‘high levels of concentration’.
- Phonics is taught with ‘fidelity’, ensuring books are carefully matched to known sounds, while pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive prompt support and thrive alongside peers.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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