Ashurst Primary School
90%
Capacity
212
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Ashurst Primary School
Ashurst 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 212 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ashurst Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Houghton, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5067th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 47 in St. Helens.
Ashurst Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 28 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
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 Ashurst Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, Ashurst 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 | New Glade Hill, Blackbrook, St Helens, St. Helens, WA11 9QJ |
| Headteacher | Lisa Houghton |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.9% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 236 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5067th of 13,686
Nationally
738th of 2,065
In North West
18th of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
68%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
New Glade Hill, Blackbrook, St Helens
St. Helens, WA11 9QJ
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