Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School
88%
Capacity
214
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the St. Helens community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 242 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sinéad Walsh, 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 1917th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 47 in St. Helens.
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 27 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (42 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, Holy Spirit 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 | Brunswick Street, St Helens, St. Helens, WA9 2JE |
| Headteacher | Sinéad Walsh |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.5% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 242 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1917th of 13,686
Nationally
244th of 2,065
In North West
7th 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
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
78%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
42 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Brunswick Street, St Helens
St. Helens, WA9 2JE
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