St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
Warrington, WA2 7SB · Warrington · primary school
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43rd of 57 primary schools in Warrington we can score, 69 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 4.2/10 against 2,363 of them, against 3.7/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| 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.
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.7 out of 10 against all schools).
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 212 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
With the last inspection in 2022, what specific steps have been taken to maintain the Good rating since then? How do you support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects?
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 are described as “happy and safe” and “eager to learn.” The report highlights a “calm and purposeful” environment where children respect adults and peers, fostering strong engagement in a carefully designed curriculum that prepares them for high school.
Strengths
- Leaders have developed a “carefully designed curriculum” that ensures pupils build on their learning sequentially, leaving them well-prepared for future education.
- Reading is a high priority, with a “well-organised and structured phonics curriculum” ensuring even those who find reading difficult develop fluency.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified early and receive prompt support, allowing them to “access the same curriculum as their peers” and realise their potential.
- The school offers a “varied and exciting personal development curriculum,” including sports, music, and community service, which helps pupils become “responsible citizens.”
- Staff are described as “caring” and “understanding,” with leaders being “mindful of their workload and well-being.”
Areas to improve
- In a few curriculum areas, subject leaders are still developing their expertise, meaning they lack a “precise understanding of how well pupils are learning.” Senior leaders must ensure these leaders have time to develop this knowledge to better assess curriculum delivery.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff being “vigilant,” skilled at spotting signs of neglect or abuse, and ensuring concerns are reported immediately.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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