St Clement's Catholic Primary School
94%
Capacity
198
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Clement's Catholic Primary School
St Clement's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 198 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Clement's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Hodgkins, it falls under Halton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4971st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 43 in Halton.
St Clement's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 29 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
St Clement's Catholic Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.6/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (45 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Clement's Catholic Primary School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Rounders, Tennis, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Halton, St Clement'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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Oxford Road, Runcorn, Halton, WA7 4NX |
| Headteacher | Clare Hodgkins |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 198 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.3% |
| School Capacity | 198 / 210 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Mar 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4971st of 13,686
Nationally
727th of 2,065
In North West
14th of 43
In Halton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
45 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Clement's 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
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Oxford Road, Runcorn
Halton, WA7 4NX
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