Shoreside Primary School
Westminster Drive, Ainsdale, Southport, PR8 2QZOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Shoreside Primary School is a primary school in Southport for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 113 schools in Sefton. It ranks 1st of 19 primary schools in Southport. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 25 April 2023, report published 19 June 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 25 April 2023
Pupils know exactly how leaders expect them to behave. They benefit from leaders' high expectations and the clear and consistent routines in place. These help pupils to behave exceptionally well across the school. Pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), also know that leaders expect them to thrive academically. Pupils are confident and articulate when expressing their thoughts and ideas to others. By the end of Year 6, they are ready to embrace all that their next schools have to offer. Pupils take pride in their various roles of responsibility. They are keen to make a positive contribution and know that they have a voice in school. Pupils who act as well-being ambassadors help to make the school a greener and healthier place to learn. For example, leaders welcomed their suggestion that potted plants feature across the school environment. Pupils think of others. For instance, they engage in regular fundraising and charity work. This includes supporting local charities that are close to their hearts, such as the lifeboat appeal and foodbank. Pupils trust staff to support them fully with any worries they may have. If bullying is reported, staff are quick to address it. This helps pupils to feel safe and happy in school. Parents and carers also appreciate how well staff care for their children.
What the school should improve
- Leaders' revised curriculums are relatively new in some subjects. Over time, some pupils have not learned and remembered key knowledge as well as they should in these subjects. Leaders should ensure that, as they fully implement their ambitious curriculums, teachers are equipped to support pupils to build their knowledge well.
- Some staff in the early years miss opportunities to deepen children's knowledge in some areas of learning. This means that some children do not build on their learning as quickly as they should. Leaders should make sure that staff in the early years know how to build on what children know and can do in readiness for key stage 1.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
29 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
228 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Shoreside Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 81% met the expected standard |
| Ainsdale St John's Church of England Primary School | 0.8 miles | Report card: Needs attention to strong standard | 47% met the expected standard |
| Farnborough Road Junior School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 68% met the expected standard |
| Farnborough Road Infant School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Trinity St Peter's CofE Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- RAINBOW EDUCATION MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Matthew Power
- Phone
- 01704576040
- Address
- Westminster Drive, Ainsdale, Southport, PR8 2QZ
- Local authority
- Sefton
- URN
- 146313
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.