St John's Catholic Primary School

A not judged voluntary aided school school in Liverpool. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St John's Catholic Primary School.

Liverpool, L41UN Ofsted: Not Judged Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

61

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
68.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 80.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
65.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 14.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Not Judged

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

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
19 November 2024
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Fountains Road
Kirkdale
Liverpool, L41UN
Phone
1519221924
Website
stjohnskirkdale.co.uk/page/?title=Admissions&pid=877

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
132796
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Address
Fountains Road, Kirkdale, Liverpool, L4 1UN
Website
https://www.stjohnskirkdale.co.uk/page/?title=Admissions&pid=877
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Capacity
420 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
510
Free School Meals
36.5% (186 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.2% (11 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.0%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
12.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
80.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
14.0%
Reading Score:
107.0
Maths Score:
107.0
Grammar Score:
107.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
80.0 (+21.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
12.6 (4.9 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 107.0 107.0
2023 105.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
51
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
510 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.5 per year)

Up 1.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Christ is the centre of our school community, where we live, love and learn together."

An Exciting Curriculum Confidence and self esteem A safe, stimulating, and attractive learning environment Positive attitudes and behaviour Motivation and challenge

St John’s Catholic Primary School is a two form entry Catholic school that works closely with the Parish to support the children in their preparations for the Sacraments. The school emphasizes a Christian/Catholic ethos and welcomes visits from parish and community partners.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to St John's Catholic Primary School. We are very proud of our school, which is a caring and happy environment. It is warm, welcoming and inclusive, where children are supported and encouraged to enjoy learning and to develop their full potential. Visits to the school are welcomed to see us in action.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Dance KS1 Dance KS2 Gymnastics KS1 Gymnastics KS2 Boys Football Girls Football Judo Choir

Sports

Dance Gymnastics Football (Boys) Football (Girls) Judo Swimming

Curriculum Highlights

Phonics taught using Read Write Inc; daily in Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1, with continued support in KS2 if needed. Minimum two hours per week of high-quality PE; swimming for all KS2 pupils delivered through the Liverpool City Swimming Programme with two specialist swimming teachers aiming for 25m. Annual residential at Winmarleigh Hall (Year 6) and an activities week in July. Wide range of extra-curricular activities (over 20) including Dance KS1, Dance KS2, Gymnastics KS1 and KS2, Football (Boys and Girls), Judo, and Choir. Outside professionals and experts engaged with pupils (authors, poets, drama companies, artists, coaches, musicians). Choir performances at various venues throughout the year and termly concerts/scales in music provision.

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Admissions Criteria

Oversubscription Criteria are used to rank children if there are more applications than places. For Baptised Catholic children, proof of Baptism (Baptismal Certificate) is required. For children of other faiths, a supplementary faith form or letter from a Mosque/Temple confirming religion should be provided. The school policy on admissions can be found on the school policies page. In the event of oversubscription, St John’s Catholic Primary School Oversubscription Criteria (click here) applies.

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