Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

A good voluntary aided school school in St. Helens. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Holy Cross Catholic Primary School.

St Helens, WA101LN Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

45

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
44.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 52.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
12 October 2021
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Charles Street
St Helens, WA101LN
Phone
1744678319
Website
holycrossprimarysthelens.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
104804
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Address
Charles Street, St Helens, WA10 1LN
Website
www.holycrossprimarysthelens.co.uk/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Capacity
210 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Archdiocese of Liverpool
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
206
Free School Meals
40.3% (83 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.5% (3 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
18.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
52.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
100.0
Grammar Score:
102.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 100.0 103.0
2023 100.0 102.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
12 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
23
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
206 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+0.5 per year)

Up 0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"We Care, We Share, We Value"

Respect Courtesy Faith Resilience/Perseverance Thankfulness Simplicity Kindness Hope Love/Charity Honesty Patience Forgiveness Service Love of Learning Friendship Confidence Citizenship Love of Neighbour Trust Prayer Self-control Courage Generosity Reflection Wisdom

Holy Cross is a Catholic school with a strong Catholic ethos; the school emphasises Christ at the centre of education, inclusivity, and Gospel/British values integrated into school life; strong links with the Parish and Catholic teachings are evident throughout the curriculum and assemblies.

Head Teacher's Message

A warm welcome from Headteacher Miss Sinead Walsh, highlighting Holy Cross as a caring, faith-filled community where well-being and achievement go hand in hand; emphasis on inclusive, high-quality teaching, wraparound care, and partnership with families and parish.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Mini Vinnies Rotakids Judo/Karate (After School Clubs)

Sports

Swimming

Curriculum Highlights

Thinking Matters - A Thinking School Religious Education following the Come and See programme with a multi-faith element RSHE delivered through Journey in Love and PSHE Gospel Values and British Values integrated across curriculum Virtues to Live By linked to yearly curriculum cycles Broad range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, Art, Computing, Design Technology, Geography, History, MFL, PSHE, Phonics, PE

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club runs each morning from 8:00 am and after school childcare is available; wraparound care provides extended care for pupils up to 5:15 pm each evening during term time.

SEND Provision

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) information and disability information are provided; the SEND Coordinator (SENDCO) is Mr Platt; the school follows the SEND Code of Practice to support pupils; guidance references St. Helens Local Offer; supports may include differentiated work, small group support, one-to-one teaching, and involvement of external services.

Admissions Criteria

Holy Cross is a Catholic Primary School and the Admissions Authority is the Governing Body; admissions are coordinated by the Local Authority; Admission Number for 2024-2025 reception intake is 30; online preference form via the Local Authority; contact St Helens LA Admissions for enquiries; appeals information provided by Liverpool Archdiocese.

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