Our Lady of Good Help Catholic Primary School
67%
Capacity
140
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Our Lady of Good Help Catholic Primary School
Our Lady of Good Help Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 140 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Our Lady of Good Help Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark McQuiston, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3236th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Our Lady of Good Help Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 15 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady of Good Help Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Eco Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Our Lady of Good Help 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | South Drive, Liverpool, Liverpool, L15 8JL |
| Headteacher | Mark McQuiston |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 140 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.7% |
| School Capacity | 140 / 210 (67% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3236th of 13,686
Nationally
460th of 2,065
In North West
16th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
73%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady of Good Help Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
South Drive, Liverpool
Liverpool, L15 8JL
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