St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
Liverpool, L13 2BA · Liverpool · primary school
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12th of 104 primary schools in Liverpool we can score, 114 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 — 9.2/10 against 1,477 of them, against 8.2/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
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 234 pupils against a stated capacity of 248. 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 activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
Overview
St Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary and Nursery School continues to be a good school, providing a high-quality education where pupils are happy and feel included. Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement, fostering a close-knit community where bullying is not tolerated and pupils feel safe. The school prioritises personal development, ensuring pupils learn about well-being and contribute actively to the wider community.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a "well-designed curriculum" and achieve highly, with leaders being "highly ambitious for all pupils," including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Reading is given the "highest priority," with a strengthened phonics programme ensuring pupils become "accurate and confident readers."
- Staff forge strong relationships with pupils and families, creating a "calm atmosphere" where learning is seldom disrupted and pupils are respectful.
- Leaders are "tenacious advocates" for families, working effectively with external agencies to provide timely support and remove barriers to learning.
- Governors and staff feel "appreciated and valued," with leaders being considerate of workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, teachers are not rigorous enough in checking that pupils are learning and remembering the important knowledge identified in the curriculum, leading to gaps in some pupils' knowledge. Leaders should ensure teachers use effective strategies to check retention and shape future learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders creating a strong culture where staff swiftly identify changes in pupil behaviour and work closely with external agencies to support families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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