St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School
94%
Capacity
281
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School
St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the St. Helens community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 281 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 300 places).
Ofsted has rated St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Melanie Lockley, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3351st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 47 in St. Helens.
St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (43 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School include Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Chess, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, St Bartholomew'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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | School Lane, Prescot, St. Helens, L35 6NN |
| Headteacher | Melanie Lockley |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 281 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.4% |
| School Capacity | 281 / 300 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3351st of 13,686
Nationally
474th of 2,065
In North West
13th of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
43 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
School Lane, Prescot
St. Helens, L35 6NN
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