PrimaryData as of May 2026

Linacre Primary School

Thornton Road, Bootle, L20 5ED

Community school

Pupils

132

Ages

3-11

FSM

57.7%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Requires improvement

May 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

38.0%

Writing

25.0%

Maths

46.0%

RWM Combined

17.0%

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About Linacre Primary School

Linacre Primary School is a primary school in Bootle, Sefton. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 17% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 132 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Thornton Road, Bootle, L20 5ED | More schools in Sefton

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Linacre Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

May 2023 — Requires improvement
May 2021 — Taking effective action to tackle the areas…
Jan 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
Jun 2019 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Linacre Primary School

What is Linacre Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Linacre Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Linacre Primary School's latest exam results?

Linacre Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 17% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Linacre Primary School located?

Linacre Primary School is a primary school in Bootle, Sefton (L20 5ED).

How many pupils attend Linacre Primary School?

Linacre Primary School has around 132 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Linacre Primary School with other schools?

View Linacre Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Sefton.