St Ann's Church of England Primary School
Prescot, L35 0LQ · St. Helens · primary school
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10th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,060 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.6/10 among them, against 7.3/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 62% | 4.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 38% | 2.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Ann's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.6 out of 10 among them, against 7.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 404 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 to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards? What specific activities are available within the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the school manage class sizes given the current proximity to capacity?
What Ofsted said about St Ann's Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as very happy members of a "kind and caring school community" where they feel safe and listened to. The school delivers an "ambitious curriculum" with high standards, particularly in reading, writing, and mathematics, supported by well-equipped staff. Leaders and governors provide accurate oversight, ensuring the school maintains its high quality of education and personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils display "impeccable behaviour" and act as "excellent ambassadors," greeting others with courtesy and respect.
- The curriculum is carefully sequenced, ensuring pupils’ learning "builds on what they already know," with particular success in core subjects.
- Staff expertly adapt teaching for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enabling them to "learn successfully alongside their peers."
- Reading is central to the curriculum, with expertly delivered phonics and carefully matched books fostering a genuine "love of reading."
- Personal development is fostered exceptionally well, including programmes for financial literacy and the ‘super leaders’ advocacy team.
Areas to improve
- In a "very small number of foundation subjects," approaches to supporting pupils in remembering key prior learning are "not effective enough," hindering the building of a strong body of knowledge over time.
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 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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