St John's Catholic Junior School
Wirral, CH63 7LH · Wirral · primary school
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43rd of 74 primary schools in Wirral we can score, 90 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 — 1.8/10 against 2,439 of them, against 1.9/10 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 | 45.0 · 13 | 40% | 0.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
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's Catholic Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 45.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a pop-in club, along with a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 239 pupils against a stated capacity of 245. 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 literacy? What specific activities take place during the pop-in club? How does the school manage the transition for children moving from infant to junior school?
What Ofsted said about St John's Catholic Junior School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending St John’s Catholic Junior School, where they feel welcome and safe due to positive relationships with staff. The school maintains high expectations for achievement and behaviour, resulting in a calm, orderly environment where pupils are polite and respectful. Leaders have designed an ambitious, broad curriculum that meets the needs of most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad, balanced" and carefully sequenced to help pupils build a "rich body of knowledge."
- Teachers routinely check understanding and quickly address misconceptions, supporting successful learning in most subjects.
- Reading is prioritised with a "consistent approach" to phonics, ensuring struggling pupils receive appropriate support and access to "high-quality texts."
- Pupils value leadership roles such as eco-councillors and sports council members, contributing positively to the school community.
- Governors provide "appropriate challenge and support," and staff feel valued and supported by leaders.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, staff do not select learning activities that support some pupils to learn the intended curriculum, hindering progress.
- On occasion, staff do not effectively use available information to adapt curriculum delivery for some pupils with SEND, hindering their learning.
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 45% |
| 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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