Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
112%
Capacity
219
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 195 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Cross Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Bannon, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10377th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 74th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 27 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Cross Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Holy Cross Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Fontenoy Street, Liverpool, Liverpool, L3 2DU |
| Headteacher | Helen Bannon |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.9% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 195 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (31 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Apr 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10377th of 13,686
Nationally
1524th of 2,065
In North West
74th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
52%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
35
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (83% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fontenoy Street, Liverpool
Liverpool, L3 2DU
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