St Gerard's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
93%
Capacity
227
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Gerard's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
St Gerard's Catholic Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Catholic primary school serving the Halton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 243 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Gerard's Catholic Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karl Landrum, it falls under Halton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3798th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 43 in Halton.
St Gerard's Catholic Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 20 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Gerard's Catholic Primary and Nursery School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Halton, St Gerard'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 | Catholic |
| Address | Lugsdale Road, Widnes, Halton, WA8 6DD |
| Headteacher | Karl Landrum |
| Local Authority | Halton |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.6% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 243 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3798th of 13,686
Nationally
540th of 2,065
In North West
9th of 43
In Halton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
71%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed20
28
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Gerard's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
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Contact Information
Lugsdale Road, Widnes
Halton, WA8 6DD
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