St Margaret Mary's Catholic Junior School
Liverpool, L14 0JG · Knowsley · primary school
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7th of 48 primary schools in Knowsley we can score, 50 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 1,916 of them, against 8.0/10 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 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Margaret Mary's Catholic Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art, Chess, Speech, Origami, Library, Book, Sewing and Quiz Clubs. Sports include Football, Cross Country, The Bleep Test, Table Tennis and Dodge Ball. Arts and music provision features Choir, Dance, Keyboard Club, Junior Choir and Senior Choir. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 457 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Margaret Mary's Catholic Junior School
Overview
St Margaret Mary’s Catholic Junior School continues to be a good school, providing a ‘loving, caring and safe community’ where pupils are happy and respectful. The school delivers an ambitious curriculum with reading at its heart, ensuring pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), typically achieve well. Staff are highly supported, and the governing body provides valuable challenge, contributing to a positive culture.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘well-thought-out’ with clearly identified knowledge delivered in a logical order that builds on previous learning.
- Teachers are ‘adept at checking what pupils have learned’ and use this information to address misconceptions quickly.
- The school prioritises reading, with ‘enticing reading areas’ helping most pupils read with fluency and understanding.
- Pupils with SEND receive ‘timely, high-quality support’ through effective collaboration with external agencies and adapted curriculum delivery.
- Staff report high levels of support for their workload and well-being, fostering a proud and positive team environment.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure it has ‘sufficient decodable books’ for pupils at the early stages of learning to read, as a small number are not catching up quickly enough due to limited practice opportunities.
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 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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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