Garswood Primary and Nursery School
68%
Capacity
213
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Garswood Primary and Nursery School
Garswood Primary and Nursery 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 213 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Pamela Potter, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3592nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 47 in St. Helens.
Garswood Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 22 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Garswood Primary and Nursery School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance, Netball, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, Garswood Primary and Nursery 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 | Hamilton Road, Wigan, St. Helens, WN4 0SF |
| Headteacher | Pamela Potter |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.4% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 315 (68% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3592nd of 13,686
Nationally
507th of 2,065
In North West
15th of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
72%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hamilton Road, Wigan
St. Helens, WN4 0SF
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