Eccleston Lane Ends Primary School
Prescot, L34 2QN · St. Helens · primary school
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2nd of 52 primary schools in St. Helens we can score, 54 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,445 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.8/10 among them, against 8.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 77.0 · 82 | 62% | 5.04 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 38% | 3.35 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Eccleston Lane Ends Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 17.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.8 out of 10 among them, against 8.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego, Knitting & Sewing, Chess, Gardening/Eco Club, Board Games, Yoga/Mindfulness, Makaton and Crochet clubs. Sports include Taekwondo, Judo, Archery, Fencing, Gymnastics, Football, Dodgeball and Multi-sports. Arts and music offer Dance, Rock Steady, Rock Band tuition, Percussion tuition, Choir, Singing/Musical Theatre and Art & Craft.
Getting in
The published school roll is 244 pupils against a stated capacity of 245. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
With just 1 place currently spare, how does the school manage waiting lists for the next entry year? How do you support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children joining the Makaton or Yoga/Mindfulness clubs?
What Ofsted said about Eccleston Lane Ends Primary School
Overview
The report describes a "vibrant and nurturing school" where pupils "happily participate in all aspects of the life" of the community. Leaders have developed a "very ambitious and broad curriculum" that ensures pupils "make exceptional progress" and "achieve highly" across all phases.
Strengths
- Pupils conduct themselves "impeccably," demonstrating "exceptionally positive behaviour" and rising to the school’s "very high expectations."
- The curriculum is "expertly devised," allowing pupils to "learn subjects in great depth" and "remember what they have learned exceptionally well over time."
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "highly effective," ensuring they "make exceptional progress" alongside peers.
- Staff possess "strong knowledge of the subjects that they teach" and use assessment data "extremely well to shape future teaching."
- Personal development is "exemplary," with pupils engaging in activities such as running a podcast and demonstrating "active citizenship."
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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