What is the best primary school in Wirral?

On our composite score, Thornton Hough Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Wirral, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Wirral?

There are 81 primary schools in Wirral with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Wirral ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Wirral?

Applications for Reception places in Wirral starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Wirral

Compare 81 top-rated primary schools in Wirral, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Thornton Hough Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Thornton Hough Primary School vs Poulton Lancelyn Primary School

The best primary schools in Wirral

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Thornton Hough Primary School

Poulton Lancelyn Primary School

Barnston Primary School

Our Lady of Pity Catholic Primary and Nursery School

West Kirby Primary School

St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School

Great Meols Primary School

St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Egremont Primary School

Mersey Park Primary School

Christ The King Catholic Primary School

Brackenwood Junior School

Heswall St Peter's CofE Primary School

Townfield Primary School

Grove Street Primary School

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Birkenhead

Church Drive Primary School

St George's Primary School

Liscard Primary School

Prenton Primary School

Co-op Academy Portland

Ladymount Catholic Primary School

Castleway Primary School

Raeburn Primary School

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