Allanson Street Primary School
93%
Capacity
448
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Allanson Street Primary School
Allanson Street Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the St. Helens community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 448 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Allanson Street Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lynsey Dingsdale, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7905th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 47 in St. Helens.
Allanson Street Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 59 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
Allanson Street Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 5 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Allanson Street Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Cross Country, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, Allanson Street Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gaskell Street, St Helens, Merseyside, St. Helens, WA9 1PL |
| Headteacher | Lynsey Dingsdale |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.4% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 480 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7905th of 13,686
Nationally
1123rd of 2,065
In North West
24th of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
112
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Allanson Street Primary School
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Contact Information
Gaskell Street, St Helens, Merseyside
St. Helens, WA9 1PL
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