Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School

About Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School

The Dawpool community are united in their ambition to create a school which embodies the person, love and work of Jesus Christ: a school which enables Christian values to flourish and where all children may experience the abundant life that Jesus offers.

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.3

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 112 responses • 49.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

92.8% positive 7.1% negative

My child feels safe at this school

93.8% positive 3.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

88.4% positive 8.9% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

82.2% positive 10.7% negative

My child does well at this school

87.5% positive 9.8% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 112 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

10.3

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

89.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emily J

Parent May 20, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful school with lovely staff!"

We have been so happy with Dawpool C of E Primary School. My child has thrived in their classroom and the teachers are very kind and supportive. The school's values of kindness and empathy really shine through in the way the children treat each other.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel T

Parent Nov 25, 2021

4.0

"Mixed feelings about the school"

My child is still settling in, but I've had some concerns about the communication between home and school. However, the teachers are very friendly and the school's values of kindness and empathy are lovely to see in action.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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James B

Parent Sep 15, 2021

5.0

"Excellent school and facilities!"

We have been impressed with the school's facilities, particularly the secret garden and the wrap-around care program. The teachers are very enthusiastic and engaging, and my child loves learning here.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sophie W

Parent Feb 28, 2020

5.0

"A great school with a heart of gold!"

We moved away from the area but I still keep in touch with the school and the parents. Dawpool C of E Primary School has a very inclusive and welcoming atmosphere, and the children are very well cared for.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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