Rivington Primary School
89%
Capacity
234
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Rivington Primary School
Rivington 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 234 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rivington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Powell, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11155th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 47 in St. Helens.
Rivington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 29 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rivington Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Dance, Rounders, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Eco Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, Rivington 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 | Tennis Street North, St Helens, St. Helens, WA10 6LF |
| Headteacher | Clare Powell |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.3% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 262 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11155th of 13,686
Nationally
1644th of 2,065
In North West
37th of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
48%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tennis Street North, St Helens
St. Helens, WA10 6LF
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