Holy Name Catholic Primary School
Liverpool, L10 9LG · Liverpool · primary school
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44th of 104 primary schools in Liverpool we can score, 114 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.4/10 against 2,315 of them, against 5.2/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holy Name Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the Year 6 Sports Challenge, Sports Day, Olympic Challenge, Holy Name Euros, Tennis Tournament, Basketball Tournament, and the POWER program. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 334 pupils against a stated capacity of 341. 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
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the POWER program? How are places allocated for the upcoming academic year?
What Ofsted said about Holy Name Catholic Primary School
Overview
Holy Name Catholic Primary School is described as a "happy, harmonious and welcoming" environment where pupils feel safe and valued. Leaders maintain high aspirations for all students, delivering a "broad and ambitious curriculum" that supports strong academic progress and exceptional personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils display "very positive attitudes" and behave well, creating a "calm and purposeful environment" for learning.
- Personal development is rated Outstanding, with pupils showing empathy, respect for diversity, and pride in community roles.
- Reading provision is highly effective; staff deliver phonics expertly, ensuring "almost all pupils can read with accuracy and fluency."
- Teachers have "good subject knowledge" and routinely revisit prior learning to help pupils secure and apply new knowledge.
- Staff feel "valued and well supported" regarding workload, while governors effectively challenge and support leaders.
Areas to improve
- In a "minority of subjects," leaders have not ensured learning is well organised from early years through to Year 6.
- Teachers in these specific subjects are not always clear about how pupils’ learning builds on prior knowledge, resulting in weaker knowledge retention.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with secure procedures, vigilant staff, and thorough logging of concerns to keep children safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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
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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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