Much Woolton Catholic Primary School
Liverpool, L25 8QH · Liverpool · primary school
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30th 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 the 4,133 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.3/10 among them, against 6.3/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Much Woolton Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.3 out of 10 among them, against 6.3 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 402 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 in reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Much Woolton Catholic Primary School
Overview
Much Woolton Catholic Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a school where pupils are “warm and welcoming” and exhibit “exemplary” behaviour, driven by a culture of high expectations. Leaders have successfully addressed prior areas for improvement, ensuring pupils remain well-prepared for secondary education.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “100% effort in all they do” and are “highly attentive” in classrooms.
- The school offers an “ambitious curriculum” designed carefully with research, ensuring pupils “learn well” and are “excited to learn new ideas.”
- Early reading and phonics are taught effectively by “expert staff,” with additional help provided for those who struggle.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported effectively and encouraged to participate fully in school life, including sports competitions.
- Governors support and challenge the school effectively, prioritising staff workload and well-being to ensure staff feel valued.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, information from regular learning checks is “not shared well enough beyond each classroom,” preventing a deep understanding of pupil knowledge.
- The school should improve how it uses teachers’ checks on pupils’ learning so the curriculum can be adapted to meet pupils’ needs in a timely and effective manner.
Safeguarding
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 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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