Nutgrove Methodist Primary School
St Helens, WA9 5NH · St. Helens · primary school
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28th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 4.0/10 against 3,673 of them, against 4.4/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 62% | 3.03 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 38% | 1.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Nutgrove Methodist Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, matching the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 4.0%, below the national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 194 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 do not reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading or maths? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Nutgrove Methodist Primary School
Overview
Pupils are happy and feel safe, trusting staff to support them. However, recent staffing and leadership disruptions have negatively impacted the quality of education, with inconsistent curriculum delivery and behaviour management. Trust leaders are providing greater support, leading to some improvements, but significant gaps remain in teaching quality and pupil achievement.
Strengths
- Pupils "feel safe in school" and "trust that staff will listen to any worries or concerns".
- Most pupils are "confident, fluent readers by the time that they reach Year 2".
- Staff demonstrate a "positive culture" where they "look out for one another to support their well-being".
- The curriculum "flows logically to Year 6" and has been refined in some subjects to include "essential knowledge".
- Pupils "understand fundamental British values" and have opportunities to learn about democracy and health.
Areas to improve
- Define "essential knowledge" across the curriculum so pupils build a "secure foundation" for new learning.
- Ensure staff follow a "consistent approach" to resolve low-level disruption and maintain high expectations for behaviour.
- Provide a broader range of extra-curricular activities to enable pupils to "explore their talents and interests fully".
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 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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