Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School
90%
Capacity
189
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelly Nuttall, it falls under Halton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6592nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 43 in Halton.
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 27 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (40 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Art Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Halton, Our Lady of Perpetual Succour 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 | Clincton View, Widnes, Halton, WA8 8JN |
| Headteacher | Kelly Nuttall |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.8% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6592nd of 13,686
Nationally
944th of 2,065
In North West
19th of 43
In Halton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
40 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Clincton View, Widnes
Halton, WA8 8JN
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