St John Bosco Catholic Primary School
Liverpool, L31 8BW · Sefton · primary school
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21st 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,535 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.4/10 among them, against 5.2/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John Bosco Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 9.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.4 out of 10 among them, against 5.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 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
How does the school support pupils to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards? What specific activities are available during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St John Bosco Catholic Primary School
Overview
St John Bosco Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a welcoming environment where pupils are a "credit to their school community." Leaders maintain high expectations, ensuring pupils are "suitably prepared for adult life" through a well-designed curriculum and strong relationships. The inspection confirms that the school remains effective in its provision, with staff and governors working collaboratively to support pupil achievement and well-being.
Strengths
- Pupils speak with "enthusiasm and enjoyment" about school life, valuing the strong relationships staff forge with them.
- The curriculum is "suitably ambitious," with leaders identifying essential knowledge to embed in pupils’ long-term memory.
- Reading is a high priority; most pupils, including those with special educational needs, become "fluent and accurate readers" by the end of key stage 1.
- Staff deal "effectively with any incidents of bullying," ensuring pupils feel happy and safe.
- Governors provide "effective support and challenge to leaders," while leaders consider staff workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Some subject leaders do not check how well teachers are delivering the curriculum, lacking a full understanding of pupil learning or staff support needs.
- Leaders should ensure subject leaders are "well equipped to check that teachers are delivering the curriculum as effectively as they should."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust systems in place for staff to report and respond to incidents in a timely manner.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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