Co-op Academy Hillside
URN: 149838 • Prenton CH43 9HG
Overview
- Name
- Co-op Academy Hillside
- URN
- 149838
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE CO-OPERATIVE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 32.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennie Hamer (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01516779960
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ridgeview Road, Prenton CH43 9HG
Summary
Co-op Academy Hillside is a mixed primary academy located in Prenton, Wirral, with a current enrolment of 168 pupils and a capacity for 260. The school operates under the Co-op Academies Trust and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. The Head of School, Jennie Hamer, along with a dedicated team, prioritises the educational needs of the local community.
The academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to engage students and foster a love of learning. Special Educational Needs support is coordinated by Leanne McGowan, ensuring that all children receive the assistance they need to thrive. The school also places a strong emphasis on safeguarding, with designated leads available to address any concerns.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (47.40%), Co-op Academy Hillside is focused on creating an equitable educational experience. The Academy Community Council plays an active role in governance, ensuring that the school meets the needs of its community while maintaining high standards of education. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
The academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to engage students and foster a love of learning. Special Educational Needs support is coordinated by Leanne McGowan, ensuring that all children receive the assistance they need to thrive. The school also places a strong emphasis on safeguarding, with designated leads available to address any concerns.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (47.40%), Co-op Academy Hillside is focused on creating an equitable educational experience. The Academy Community Council plays an active role in governance, ensuring that the school meets the needs of its community while maintaining high standards of education. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Academy Community Council (Governance) (governance)
- Attendance/Absence (sen)
- Book a Tour (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Read ourPolicies (other)
- See ourTerm Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Wirral
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE CO-OPERATIVE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 260
- Pupils
- 168
- Boys
- 82
- Girls
- 86
- FSM %
- 47.40
- Open date
- 2023-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 168 | 82 | 86 | 260 | 47.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 166 | 78 | 88 | 260 | 43.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 260 |
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