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Co-op Academy Portland Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Co-op Academy Portland is a academy sponsor led primary school in Birkenhead, Wirral , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 202 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

202

Pupils

210

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Co-op Academy Portland Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Co-op Academy Portland sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wirral. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Wirral before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Wirral catchment area documents →

Co-op Academy Portland — School Information

Full address
Laird Street, Claughton, Birkenhead, CH41 0AB
Local authority
Wirral
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
50% of pupils
DfE URN
144632

Other Primary Schools in Birkenhead

If Co-op Academy Portland is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Birkenhead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Co-op Academy Portland

Is Co-op Academy Portland oversubscribed?

Co-op Academy Portland is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Co-op Academy Portland?

Admission to Co-op Academy Portland is managed by Wirral. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Co-op Academy Portland cover?

Co-op Academy Portland is a primary school in Birkenhead, Wirral, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Co-op Academy Portland?

Co-op Academy Portland was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.