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Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School
School Lane, Thurstaston, Wirral, Merseyside, CH61 0HH, Wirral
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
83.4 / 100
Top 17%
Better than 83% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
227
Capacity
230
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and impressive Key Stage 2 results, where 83% of pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school stands out as a strong choice for families. The school achieves higher standards in KS2, with 20% of students reaching the higher benchmark, placing it in the top 9% nationally. Additionally, 88% of parents express satisfaction, highlighting a positive community environment, although limited published data on other aspects may be a consideration for prospective families.
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Last inspected: 20 May 2025Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 83% | Top 9% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 20% | Top 9% UK |
Parent View (112 responses)
★★★★★3.9
My child feels safe
94%
My child is happy
93%
Good range of subjects
91%
Behaviour is good
88%
Good range of extra-curricular
88%
My child makes good progress
88%
I'd recommend this school
88%
School keeps me informed
85%
School has high expectations
82%
Progress is communicated
82%
School supports development
77%
School responds to concerns
52%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British88.5%
Mixed W+Asian3.1%
White Other1.8%
Asian Indian1.3%
Asian Chinese1.3%
Black African1.3%
Mixed W+B African0.9%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.9%
Asian Other0.4%
Mixed Other0.4%
Location
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53.35398, -3.13336 · CH61 0HH
School details
Local authorityWirral
RegionNorth West
URN149512
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 20 May 2025.
Is Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School a good school?
Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School scores 83.4/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 17% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School?
Based on 112 Ofsted Parent View responses, Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 79% across all parent survey questions.
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