St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
95%
Capacity
235
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 235 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 248 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Bellis-Knox, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5223rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 102 in Liverpool.
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 27 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary and Nursery School include Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary and Nursery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | 30 Church Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L13 2BA |
| Headteacher | Claire Bellis-Knox |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 235 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.7% |
| School Capacity | 235 / 248 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5223rd of 13,686
Nationally
765th of 2,065
In North West
32nd of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
30 Church Road, Liverpool
Liverpool, L13 2BA
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