St Ann's Church of England Primary School
98%
Capacity
412
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Ann's Church of England Primary School
St Ann's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the St. Helens community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 412 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Ann's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Rynn, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3450th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 47 in St. Helens.
St Ann's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 53 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
St Ann's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 68% recommending the school (106 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Ann's Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Athletics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, St Ann's Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | View Road, Prescot, St. Helens, L35 0LQ |
| Headteacher | Laura Rynn |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 412 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.5% |
| School Capacity | 412 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3450th of 13,686
Nationally
487th of 2,065
In North West
14th of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
106 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
118
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Ann's Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
View Road, Prescot
St. Helens, L35 0LQ
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