Legh Vale Primary School
80%
Capacity
473
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Legh Vale Primary School
Legh Vale Primary 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 473 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 590 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Legh Vale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Kearney, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11022nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 47 in St. Helens.
Legh Vale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 54 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
Legh Vale Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 6 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (35 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Legh Vale Primary School include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Netball, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, Legh Vale 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Legh Road, St Helens, St. Helens, WA11 0ER |
| Headteacher | Nicola Kearney |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 473 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.0% |
| School Capacity | 473 / 590 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11022nd of 13,686
Nationally
1622nd of 2,065
In North West
36th of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
49%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
35 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed54
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Legh Vale Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Legh Road, St Helens
St. Helens, WA11 0ER
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