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Waterloo Primary School Catchment Area

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

Waterloo Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Liverpool, Sefton , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 437 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

437

Pupils

420

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Waterloo Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Waterloo Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sefton. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 437 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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

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Waterloo Primary School — School Information

Full address
Crosby Road North, Waterloo, Liverpool, L22 0LD
Local authority
Sefton
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
33.4% of pupils
DfE URN
150657

Other Primary Schools in Liverpool

If Waterloo Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Liverpool are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Waterloo Primary School

Is Waterloo Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Waterloo Primary School currently has 437 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Waterloo Primary School?

Admission to Waterloo Primary School is managed by Sefton. 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 Waterloo Primary School cover?

Waterloo Primary School is a primary school in Liverpool, Sefton, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Waterloo Primary School?

Waterloo Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.