Matthew Arnold Primary School

URN: 104557 • Liverpool L8 9UB

Overview

Name
Matthew Arnold Primary School
URN
104557
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
South Liverpool Education Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Louise Evans (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01515390300
Website
Visit
Address
Dingle Lane, Liverpool L8 9UB

Summary

Matthew Arnold Primary School is a mixed foundation school located in Liverpool, serving 282 pupils with a capacity of 200. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, where every child is recognised as a unique individual with specific talents and needs. The ethos is centred around fostering positive experiences, friendships, and values that prepare students for the challenges of modern society.

The curriculum at Matthew Arnold is designed to be engaging and varied, aiming to help children achieve their academic potential while promoting personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on the well-being of its students, ensuring they feel valued and happy throughout their educational journey.

With a significant percentage of pupils (60.80%) eligible for free school meals, the school plays an essential role in the local community, striving to serve the needs of families in the area. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, and opportunities for visits and open evenings are provided to foster a strong school-home partnership. For further information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration team directly.

Key details

LA
Liverpool
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
South Liverpool Education Trust
Capacity
200
Pupils
282
Boys
170
Girls
112
FSM %
60.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 282 170 112 200 60.80
2024-09-11 282 167 115 200 61.60
2023-09-11 292 178 114 200 53.50
2022-09-11 292 178 114 200 53.50
2021-09-11 288 180 108 200 50.50
2020-09-11 286 171 115 200 39.20

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