Whiston Willis Primary Academy
URN: 145613 • Prescot L35 2XY
Overview
- Name
- Whiston Willis Primary Academy
- URN
- 145613
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WADE DEACON TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 71.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- IAN COOPER (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01514778270
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Milton Avenue, Prescot L35 2XY
Summary
Whiston Willis Primary Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Prescot, Knowsley, with a current enrolment of 391 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 353. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education that fosters both academic excellence and social development. Under the leadership of Principal Ian Cooper, the academy aims to cultivate aspirational lifelong learners who are well-prepared to contribute positively to their community.
The curriculum at Whiston Willis encompasses a wide range of subjects, including English, mathematics, science, and the arts, alongside modern foreign languages and personal development programs. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, offering support through Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provisions, as well as Pupil Premium initiatives to assist disadvantaged students.
Community engagement is a key focus, with the school actively encouraging parental involvement and providing various extracurricular activities. Whiston Willis Primary Academy strives to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially, preparing them for future success. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
The curriculum at Whiston Willis encompasses a wide range of subjects, including English, mathematics, science, and the arts, alongside modern foreign languages and personal development programs. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, offering support through Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provisions, as well as Pupil Premium initiatives to assist disadvantaged students.
Community engagement is a key focus, with the school actively encouraging parental involvement and providing various extracurricular activities. Whiston Willis Primary Academy strives to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially, preparing them for future success. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
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Key details
- LA
- Knowsley
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WADE DEACON TRUST
- Capacity
- 353
- Pupils
- 391
- Boys
- 204
- Girls
- 187
- FSM %
- 38.20
- Open date
- 2018-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 391 | 204 | 187 | 353 | 38.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 361 | 183 | 178 | 353 | 35.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 333 | 173 | 160 | 332 | 33.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 333 | 173 | 160 | 332 | 33.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 328 | 172 | 156 | 332 | 36.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 319 | 156 | 163 | 332 | 34.00 |
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