Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School
112%
Capacity
235
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School
Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 235 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anthony Houghton, it falls under Sefton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5098th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 59 in Sefton.
Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 30 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.9/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (81 responses).
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 Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Rounders, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Our Lady of Compassion 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 | Bull Cop, Liverpool, Sefton, L37 8BZ |
| Headteacher | Anthony Houghton |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 235 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.2% |
| School Capacity | 235 / 210 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5098th of 13,686
Nationally
743rd of 2,065
In North West
18th of 59
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
81 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Bull Cop, Liverpool
Sefton, L37 8BZ
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