Bishop David Sheppard Church of England Primary School
URN: 104942 • Southport PR9 7BZ
Overview
- Name
- Bishop David Sheppard Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 104942
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Siobhan Bayliff (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01704227987
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Devonshire Road, Southport PR9 7BZ
Summary
Bishop David Sheppard Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Southport, Sefton, with a current enrolment of 208 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 205. The school embraces a Christian ethos, aiming to provide a supportive and enriching environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. The school community values each child's uniqueness and promotes high expectations for personal and academic growth.
The curriculum at Bishop David Sheppard is rooted in Christian values, focusing on developing a love of learning and preparing students for future educational stages. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including afterschool clubs, to enhance students' experiences and foster personal development. Inclusion is a priority, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to succeed.
As a one-form entry school, Bishop David Sheppard fosters close relationships between staff, students, and families, creating a caring atmosphere. The school welcomes children from various backgrounds, promoting a sense of community and shared values. Ongoing improvements to the school facilities further enhance the learning environment, contributing to the overall well-being and pride of the students.
The curriculum at Bishop David Sheppard is rooted in Christian values, focusing on developing a love of learning and preparing students for future educational stages. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including afterschool clubs, to enhance students' experiences and foster personal development. Inclusion is a priority, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to succeed.
As a one-form entry school, Bishop David Sheppard fosters close relationships between staff, students, and families, creating a caring atmosphere. The school welcomes children from various backgrounds, promoting a sense of community and shared values. Ongoing improvements to the school facilities further enhance the learning environment, contributing to the overall well-being and pride of the students.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Inclusion and SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- HOME (other)
- OUR SCHOOL (other)
- History of the School (other)
- Visions and Values (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Churchtown Primary School (71.6)
- Ainsdale St John's Church of England Primary School (70.9)
- Churchtown Primary School (68.6)
- Norwood Primary School (66.2)
- Kew Woods Primary School (65.9)
Key details
- LA
- Sefton
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 205
- Pupils
- 208
- Boys
- 109
- Girls
- 99
- FSM %
- 44.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 208 | 109 | 99 | 205 | 44.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 203 | 105 | 98 | 205 | 43.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | 106 | 104 | 205 | 48.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 210 | 106 | 104 | 205 | 48.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 219 | 120 | 99 | 205 | 44.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 247 | 129 | 118 | 205 | 42.50 |
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