St Aidan's CofE Primary School Billinge
80%
Capacity
167
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Aidan's CofE Primary School Billinge
St Aidan's CofE Primary School Billinge is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the St. Helens community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 167 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Aidan's CofE Primary School Billinge "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Fisher, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% 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 1529th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 47 in St. Helens.
St Aidan's CofE Primary School Billinge is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 21 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Aidan's CofE Primary School Billinge include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Netball, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, St Aidan's CofE Primary School Billinge 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Off London Fields, Wigan, St. Helens, WN5 7LS |
| Headteacher | Rachel Fisher |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 167 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.6% |
| School Capacity | 167 / 210 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1529th of 13,686
Nationally
191st of 2,065
In North West
4th of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
80%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Aidan's CofE Primary School Billinge
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Contact Information
Off London Fields, Wigan
St. Helens, WN5 7LS
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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