St Robert Bellarmine Catholic Primary School
Bootle, L20 6ED · Sefton · primary school
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1st of 69 primary schools in Sefton we can score, 74 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.7/10 against 4,190 of them, against 9.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 90.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.90 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 25% | 2.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Robert Bellarmine Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 90.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 20.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 236 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 manage class sizes when the roll exceeds the designated place count? What does a typical day look like for a Year 6 student preparing for the transition to secondary school?
What Ofsted said about St Robert Bellarmine Catholic Primary School
Overview
This inspection report describes a school where “pupils flourish in this happy and welcoming school” and “achieve exceptionally well.” Leaders and staff maintain “the highest of expectations” for academic achievement, supported by an “exceptionally rich curriculum” that meets the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Staff deliver the curriculum with “confidence and great skill,” using assessment to “accurately pinpoint any misconceptions” and address them rapidly.
- Pupils develop into “confident, fluent readers” through targeted phonics teaching and a successful ‘reading graduate programme’.
- Behaviour is “exemplary,” with pupils described as “well mannered, kind and courteous” in a “calm and purposeful” environment.
- The school provides an “impressive range of activities” to cultivate talents and leadership skills, alongside a “highly aspirational” personal development curriculum.
- Attendance rates are high, supported by effective systems that quickly identify pupils and families needing support.
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 | 86% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 90% |
| 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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