Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School
Liverpool, L21 0EP · Sefton · primary school
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61st 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 — 0.4/10 against 675 of them, against 0.6/10 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 | 29.0 · 2 | 40% | 0.10 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 29.0% 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 (0.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022-10.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join orienteering, multi-sports, and football training clubs, and attend a KS2 foot golf trip to Aintree Golf Course. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 153 pupils against a stated capacity of 168. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this school, forming strong bonds with staff and peers while feeling happy and safe. The school delivers an ambitious, well-planned curriculum that enables most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to achieve well across a wide range of subjects. Leaders maintain high expectations, fostering a calm and purposeful environment where behaviour is managed consistently and personal development is rich.
Strengths
- Pupils are "active citizens who care deeply about their community," engaging in environmental projects and demonstrating respect for cultural and religious diversity.
- Reading and phonics are prioritised effectively, with pupils reading "confidently and fluently" and extending their repertoire across different genres.
- Staff provide high-quality support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they "do not miss out on any aspect of learning."
- The school is a "calm and purposeful place" where lessons are rarely disrupted, and staff are considerate of workload and well-being.
- Governors and leaders have effective plans to improve attendance and work closely with specialist partners to support pupil welfare.
Areas to improve
- In a minority of subjects, the curriculum is not always implemented in the agreed order, which hinders how well some pupils build up new knowledge.
- Assessment strategies in some subjects are still being refined, meaning some teachers lack a "full enough understanding" of gaps in pupils’ learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with senior leaders ensuring policies are up to date and staff are highly skilled at spotting potential signs of neglect or abuse.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 20% |
| 2023/24 | 27% |
| 2024/25 | 29% |
| 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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