Eccleston Mere Primary School
85%
Capacity
403
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Eccleston Mere Primary School
Eccleston Mere Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the St. Helens community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 403 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Eccleston Mere Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ryan Mugan, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2006th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 47 in St. Helens.
Eccleston Mere Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 48 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Eccleston Mere Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, Eccleston Mere 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Saleswood Avenue, St Helens, St. Helens, WA10 5NX |
| Headteacher | Ryan Mugan |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 403 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 403 / 472 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
2006th of 13,686
Nationally
261st of 2,065
In North West
9th of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
78%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
120
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Saleswood Avenue, St Helens
St. Helens, WA10 5NX
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