Holy Rosary Catholic Primary School
Liverpool, L10 6NJ · Sefton · primary school
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50th of 69 primary schools in Sefton we can score, 74 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 4,206 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8/10 among them, against 3.2/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 62% | 1.69 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 38% | 1.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holy Rosary Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% 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% 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 1.8 out of 10 among them, against 3.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 450 pupils against a stated capacity of 415. 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 fall below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available within the breakfast and after-school clubs?
What Ofsted said about Holy Rosary Catholic Primary School
Overview
Holy Rosary Catholic Primary School is described as an ambitious institution where pupils work hard and take pride in their achievements. The report highlights a "calm and purposeful atmosphere" with high expectations for behaviour, resulting in pupils who feel "happy and safe" and are well-prepared for the next stage of education.
Strengths
- The curriculum is clearly set out from Nursery to Year 6, with "effective systems" identifying and supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Phonics teaching is effective, helping pupils become "confident readers" and fostering a "love of books" from the early years.
- Pupils benefit from strong pastoral support and opportunities to contribute to school life, such as acting as "charity champions," which builds empathy.
- Recent strategies are successfully reducing persistent absence, ensuring more pupils benefit from their education.
- New governors are working effectively with staff, who have high regard for the priority placed on their "well-being and training."
Areas to improve
- In a "very small number of subjects," learning activities do not sufficiently build understanding of key curriculum content, leaving some pupils with "insecure" knowledge and misconceptions.
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 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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