Runnymede St Edward's Catholic Primary School
75%
Capacity
376
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About Runnymede St Edward's Catholic Primary School
Runnymede St Edward's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 376 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Runnymede St Edward's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Peaston, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1734th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Runnymede St Edward's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 240 applications for 62 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 113 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Runnymede St Edward's Catholic Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Runnymede St Edward's 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 | North Drive, West Derby, Liverpool, Liverpool, L12 1LE |
| Headteacher | Kate Peaston |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 376 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.3% |
| School Capacity | 376 / 502 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1734th of 13,686
Nationally
219th of 2,065
In North West
8th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
79%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed62
240
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
113 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
North Drive, West Derby, Liverpool
Liverpool, L12 1LE
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