St Aidan's Catholic Primary School
89%
Capacity
216
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Aidan's Catholic Primary School
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 216 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 243 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Aidan's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kathryn Fitzsimmons, it falls under Knowsley 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 11107th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 47 in Knowsley.
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 22 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
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 St Aidan's Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Football, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, St Aidan'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 | Adswood Road, Liverpool, Knowsley, L36 7XR |
| Headteacher | Kathryn Fitzsimmons |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.9% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 243 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Oct 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11107th of 13,686
Nationally
1634th of 2,065
In North West
40th of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
35%
'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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Adswood Road, Liverpool
Knowsley, L36 7XR
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