Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Southport
Southport, PR9 9AZ · Sefton · primary school
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60th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.5/10 against 3,059 of them, against 2.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 61.0 · 41 | 40% | 1.65 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Southport overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 207 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 are not reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific areas did the June 2026 inspection highlight for development? How are the 3 remaining places allocated for the next academic year?
What Ofsted said about Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Southport
Overview
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School is described as a place where pupils feel safe, behave well, and enjoy learning. The report states that leaders have established an "ambitious curriculum" and that pupils are "prepared well for the next stage of their learning," with attainment typically close to national averages.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
- Attendance is "in line with or above national averages" due to leaders' "sharp focus" and robust tracking systems.
- The school is a "calm and orderly place" where bullying is rare and pupils "enjoy what they learn."
- Reading is a clear priority, with "high-quality texts" used throughout and effective phonics support ensuring pupils catch up quickly.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities "generally get the support that they need to achieve well."
Areas to improve
- Teachers should consistently make "purposeful and meaningful adaptations in lessons" so that all pupils can learn the intended curriculum well.
- Leaders should ensure gaps in the "fluency and accuracy of pupils' handwriting," particularly for older pupils, are identified and addressed quickly.
Safeguarding
The report confirms that safeguarding standards are met, noting that leaders have established an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and that "pupils are made safer and feel safe."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 39% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| 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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