St Aloysius Catholic Primary School
102%
Capacity
350
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Aloysius Catholic Primary School
St Aloysius 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 350 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 344 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Aloysius Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sheryl Wrigley, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4754th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 47 in Knowsley.
St Aloysius Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 43 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
St Aloysius Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (22 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 St Aloysius Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Athletics, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, St Aloysius 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 | Twig Lane, Liverpool, Knowsley, L36 2LF |
| Headteacher | Sheryl Wrigley |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 350 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.8% |
| School Capacity | 350 / 344 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4754th of 13,686
Nationally
688th of 2,065
In North West
14th of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
22 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed43
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Aloysius 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
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Contact Information
Twig Lane, Liverpool
Knowsley, L36 2LF
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