St Lewis Catholic Primary School
Warrington, WA3 7BD · Warrington · primary school
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54th 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 the 3,685 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.4/10 among them, against 0.9/10 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 | 40.0 · 8 | 40% | 0.32 |
| 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 Lewis Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 40.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.4 out of 10 among them, against 0.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils visit local art galleries and The Walker in Liverpool. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 102 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 progress from the expected to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes for the cohort?
What Ofsted said about St Lewis Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Lewis Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a nurturing environment where pupils develop positive relationships and feel safe. The school maintains a sharp focus on education quality despite challenges with falling pupil numbers, ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs, achieve well.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a "nurturing and caring school community" where they feel safe and supported in their well-being and mental health.
- The school has built an "ambitious curriculum" designed in "well-ordered steps," providing a secure foundation for future learning.
- Reading is prioritised effectively, with a "well-ordered phonics curriculum" delivered successfully and swift support for those falling behind.
- Staff demonstrate "strong teamwork" and warm relationships, with leaders considering workload when introducing new initiatives.
- Pupils respect differences, show a "keen sense of fairness," and benefit from opportunities to develop leadership skills.
Areas to improve
- The school needs to establish better checks on the delivery and impact of the curriculum in a small number of subjects to ensure greater assurance that pupils are retaining knowledge over time.
Safeguarding
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 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 40% |
| 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
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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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