St Jerome's Catholic Primary School
93%
Capacity
195
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Jerome's Catholic Primary School
St Jerome's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 195 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Jerome's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Veevers, it falls under Sefton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2730th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 59 in Sefton.
St Jerome's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 30 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Jerome's Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Netball, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, St Jerome'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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Greenloons Drive, Liverpool, Sefton, L37 2LX |
| Headteacher | Gemma Veevers |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 195 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.6% |
| School Capacity | 195 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2730th of 13,686
Nationally
379th of 2,065
In North West
11th of 59
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
75%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Jerome's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Greenloons Drive, Liverpool
Sefton, L37 2LX
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