St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
Bootle, L30 7PG · Sefton · primary school
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23rd 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 — 4.9/10 against 3,750 of them, against 5.0/10 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 | 40% | 1.97 |
| 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.
St Benedict's Catholic 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 higher standard was reached by 7.0%, also equal to the national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Children’s University and the school choir. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 231 pupils against a stated capacity of 230. 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
With the roll exceeding capacity by 1, how does the school manage class sizes for new entrants? How does the 2023 inspection report guide current teaching strategies? What support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils and staff strive to create a "welcoming atmosphere." The report highlights that most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well due to an ambitious curriculum and high-quality teaching. Strong relationships and consistent behaviour policies help pupils feel happy and safe.
Strengths
- Leaders have ensured the curriculum is "ambitious for all pupils," with carefully identified key knowledge and teaching sequences.
- Reading is central to the curriculum; staff teach phonics effectively, and many pupils become "fluent and confident readers" by the end of key stage 1.
- Effective systems identify additional needs for pupils with SEND, enabling them to follow the same curriculum as their classmates.
- Staff behaviour expectations are high and applied consistently, resulting in well-behaved pupils and lessons that proceed "without disruption."
- Governors support and challenge leaders well, while leaders are considerate of staff workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In a very small number of subjects with new curriculums, leaders must ensure teachers "identify and address gaps in pupils’ learning" before teaching new concepts.
- Leaders should work with families to improve attendance for some pupils, as irregular attendance "limits how well they learn."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving frequent training and following clear procedures to report concerns and work with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 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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