St Michael with St Thomas CE Primary School
Widnes, WA8 8LD · Halton · primary school
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16th of 47 primary schools in Halton we can score, 49 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 — 7.5/10 against 1,577 of them, against 6.1/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Michael with St Thomas CE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Year 4 pupils go on a camping experience and Year 6 pupils attend a residential trip. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 167 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 have not yet reached the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Year 6 residential trip? How does the after-school club structure its daily schedule?
What Ofsted said about St Michael with St Thomas CE Primary School
Overview
Pupils at St Michael with St Thomas CE Primary School “blossom” and feel “very happy and safe” within a calm, purposeful environment. The school delivers a “good quality of education” with “exemplary” behaviour and “extremely positive” attitudes to learning, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for their next steps.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “exemplary” behaviour and are “exceptionally kind” towards one another, with bullying incidents dealt with swiftly.
- Leaders have successfully implemented a new curriculum where teachers have “secure knowledge” and present learning clearly, particularly in early reading.
- Personal development is a top priority, with pupils encouraged to develop interests in sport, music, and art while contributing to school decision-making.
- Staff morale is “extremely high” as leaders are “mindful of staff’s workload and well-being,” making staff feel valued.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and supported to learn alongside classmates.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not ensure pupils have “sufficient opportunity to recap and recall earlier learning,” meaning previous understanding is not always secure when new concepts are introduced.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with staff well-trained to identify signs that a pupil might need help and vulnerable families receiving timely support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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