St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School
St Helens, WA10 2HS · St. Helens · primary school
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4th of 52 primary schools in St. Helens we can score, 54 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 — 8.8/10 against 1,546 of them, against 7.6/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 10.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 230 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
Since the inspection was recent, what specific changes have been made to the curriculum since the March 2025 visit? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs support pupils who need extra time to settle into the day?
What Ofsted said about St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms that St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” The school, previously judged outstanding, continues to deliver high-quality education where pupils “embody the school's motto of 'believe, achieve and shine'” and thrive in a supportive environment.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “impeccable” conduct and are “polite and well mannered,” treating each other with “respect and kindness.”
- The curriculum is “highly ambitious” and “vibrant,” with reading taking “centre stage” and staff teaching phonics “with fidelity.”
- Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), “achieve remarkably well” and make “strong progress.”
- Staff are “highly trained” and teach with “expertise and enthusiasm,” skilfully helping pupils build “firm foundations for future learning.”
- Personal development is “noteworthy,” ensuring pupils are “well prepared for life in modern Britain” through knowledge of careers, safety, and relationships.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 89% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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