St Mark's Catholic Primary School
Liverpool, L26 0XR · Knowsley · primary school
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24th 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 — 4.7/10 against 1,785 of them, against 3.9/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 62% | 3.50 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mark's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% 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%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 217 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 who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for pupils during the transition from early years to Key Stage 1?
What Ofsted said about St Mark's Catholic Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending St Mark’s, arriving with a "happy smile" and demonstrating "mutual respect" for one another and adults. While behaviour and personal development are strong, the report states that the quality of education, leadership, and early years provision "Requires improvement." The school is working to raise expectations for achievement, but inconsistencies in curriculum delivery and attendance remain significant challenges.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "strong" relationships within the community, treating others with kindness and respect.
- Staff in the early years form "positive relationships" with children, helping them settle into "clear routines" and become "confident, happy learners."
- The school identifies and supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "effectively."
- Pupils value extra-curricular opportunities, including sporting competitions and an assembly programme that enriches their faith and world knowledge.
Areas to improve
- Governors must embed systems to gather "high-quality information" about school performance to hold the school to account more effectively.
- The school should provide "effective subject-specific professional development" so staff can deliver the curriculum and phonics programme as intended, addressing variability in expertise.
- Teachers must address pupils’ errors in written work, such as "weak letter formation" and spelling mistakes, to prevent repeated errors.
- The school needs to ensure pupils attend as often as possible, as a "high proportion" currently miss important 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 | 36% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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