St Paul's Catholic Junior School
Liverpool, L12 8SJ · Liverpool · primary school
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97th of 104 primary schools in Liverpool we can score, 114 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 2,979 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3/10 among them, against 1.8/10 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 | 46.0 · 14 | 40% | 0.55 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.20 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Paul's Catholic Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0%, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in March 2026 assessed the school under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3 out of 10 among them, against 1.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 500 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
Since the inspection is recent, what specific actions are being taken to improve attainment in maths? How does the school support pupils who are working below the expected standard in their daily lessons?
What Ofsted said about St Paul's Catholic Junior School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils feel “loved, valued and included” within a “warm, caring community” that promotes kindness and respect. However, academic achievement is low, with leaders failing to act with “sufficient urgency” to address weaknesses in teaching and curriculum implementation, leaving pupils “not well prepared for the next stage of their learning.”
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an “open culture” where concerns are actively identified and managed.
- Attendance is at the national average, with persistent absence reduced through “tailored support” and close work with families.
- Behaviour is “calm and orderly,” with positive staff-pupil relationships and rare incidents of bullying.
- Inclusion is a “visible priority,” with effective support for pupils with special educational needs through “Hub” classes.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils demonstrating confidence in discussing values, diversity, and community responsibility.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must improve the teaching of foundational knowledge, including transcription and mathematical fluency, to ensure pupils build accuracy over time.
- Highly effective teaching and the secure use of assessment information to address knowledge gaps must be embedded across the school.
- Governors should improve their strategic oversight and scrutiny to support leaders in delivering precise and timely improvements.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 2024/25 | 46% |
| 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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