St Clare's Catholic Primary School
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Clare's Catholic Primary School
St Clare's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Clare's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth MacKenzie, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10082nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 70th out of 102 in Liverpool.
St Clare's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 26 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
St Clare's Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 9 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Clare's Catholic Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, St Clare'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 | Garmoyle Close, Liverpool, Liverpool, L15 0DW |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth MacKenzie |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.9% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10082nd of 13,686
Nationally
1460th of 2,065
In North West
70th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
30%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
12 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 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 Clare's Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Garmoyle Close, Liverpool
Liverpool, L15 0DW
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