The short version
Above-average SATs results. 78% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2024).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 81% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2024
- 40% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, above the national average
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
81%
+19.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
11%
+3.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
+2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
0.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
15% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 15 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 8 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 23 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 2–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 178
- Capacity
- 78%
- FSM
- 40%
Governance
- Local authority
- Sefton
- Head
- Mrs Sandie Lineton (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection
October 2019 | School Inspection
Full inspection: Good
May 2015 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
July 2013 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Requires Improvement
May 2013 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Outstanding
May 2009 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
June 2006 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
October 2000 | Full Inspection
Location
Meadow Lane, Ainsdale, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 3RS
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre's Ofsted rating?
Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre was rated Good at its most recent inspection in July 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre?
Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre currently has 178 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre take?
Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre caters for pupils aged 2 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre?
Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre is in Southport, PR8 3RS, in the Sefton local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre have a sixth form?
No, Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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