Holy Name Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
339
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Holy Name Catholic Primary School
Holy Name 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 339 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 341 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Name Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Neil Morris, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8300th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Holy Name Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 38 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 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 Holy Name Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Holy Name 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 | Moss Pits Lane, Liverpool, Liverpool, L10 9LG |
| Headteacher | Neil Morris |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 339 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.3% |
| School Capacity | 339 / 341 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8300th of 13,686
Nationally
1188th of 2,065
In North West
54th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
58%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Moss Pits Lane, Liverpool
Liverpool, L10 9LG
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