St Francis de Sales Catholic Junior School
96%
Capacity
461
Pupils
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Demand
About St Francis de Sales Catholic Junior School
St Francis de Sales Catholic Junior School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 461 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 480 places).
the school is led by headteacher Andrew Reidel, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6501st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 102 in Liverpool.
St Francis de Sales Catholic Junior School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
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 Francis de Sales Catholic Junior School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Coding, Book Club.
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 Francis de Sales Catholic Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Hale Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L4 3RL |
| Headteacher | Andrew Reidel |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 461 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.9% |
| School Capacity | 461 / 480 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6501st of 13,686
Nationally
927th of 2,065
In North West
41st of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
64%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Francis de Sales Catholic Junior School
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Contact Information
Hale Road, Liverpool
Liverpool, L4 3RL
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