Overchurch Infant School
URN: 105043 • Wirral CH49 4NS
Overview
- Name
- Overchurch Infant School
- URN
- 105043
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Steven Elliott (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01516773335
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Moreton Road, Wirral CH49 4NS
Summary
Overchurch Infant School is a mixed community primary school located in Upton, Wirral, with a current enrolment of 286 pupils and a capacity of 322. The school prioritises a nurturing and inclusive environment, ensuring that every child is valued and supported in their individual learning journey. The dedicated staff are trained to address diverse educational needs, including special educational needs (SEN), fostering a culture where children feel confident and respected.
The curriculum at Overchurch is designed to be broad and balanced, focusing on engaging learning experiences that cater to children's interests and promote independence. The school emphasizes the development of key life skills, encouraging children to build friendships, show respect, and take pride in their achievements. Communication with parents is a cornerstone of the school's ethos, and an open-door policy is maintained to address concerns and foster collaboration.
Additionally, Overchurch offers a wraparound service called "Squirrels," providing breakfast and after-school club facilities for working families. This service operates Monday to Friday, ensuring that children have a safe and supportive environment beyond regular school hours.
The curriculum at Overchurch is designed to be broad and balanced, focusing on engaging learning experiences that cater to children's interests and promote independence. The school emphasizes the development of key life skills, encouraging children to build friendships, show respect, and take pride in their achievements. Communication with parents is a cornerstone of the school's ethos, and an open-door policy is maintained to address concerns and foster collaboration.
Additionally, Overchurch offers a wraparound service called "Squirrels," providing breakfast and after-school club facilities for working families. This service operates Monday to Friday, ensuring that children have a safe and supportive environment beyond regular school hours.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Acronyms (sen)
- ADHD Friendly School (sen)
- Provision Review (sen)
- Our School (other)
- Our Ethos (other)
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Great Meols Primary School (76.8)
- West Kirby St Bridget's CofE Primary School (76.4)
- Town Lane Infant School (74.6)
- Town Lane Infant School (74.4)
- Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School (74.2)
Key details
- LA
- Wirral
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 322
- Pupils
- 286
- Boys
- 151
- Girls
- 135
- FSM %
- 19.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 286 | 151 | 135 | 322 | 19.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 294 | 148 | 146 | 322 | 20.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 299 | 148 | 151 | 322 | 19.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 299 | 148 | 151 | 322 | 19.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 308 | 153 | 155 | 322 | 19.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 299 | 155 | 144 | 322 | 15.90 |
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