St John Bosco Arts College
99%
Capacity
1,051
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St John Bosco Arts College
St John Bosco Arts College is a state-funded Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming girls from age 11 to 18. The school has 1,051 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 1,064 places).
Ofsted has rated St John Bosco Arts College "Good", the school is led by headteacher Darren Gidman, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.47 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 39.7. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C. Additionally, ranked 2566th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 30 in Liverpool.
St John Bosco Arts College is a popular choice with families — it received 331 applications for 206 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 195 were first-preference applications.
St John Bosco Arts College has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 11 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John Bosco Arts College include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Tennis Courts, Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Sports Hall, Astro Turf, ICT Suite, Theatre, Playing Fields, Sixth Form Centre, Science Labs, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Dance, Hockey and 3 more, as well as clubs including Model UN, Young Enterprise, Chess, Orchestra and 3 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.0%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Liverpool, St John Bosco Arts College 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Girls |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Storrington Avenue, Croxteth, Liverpool, L11 9DQ |
| Headteacher | Darren Gidman |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 1,051 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.0% |
| School Capacity | 1,051 / 1,064 (99% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.47)
2566th of 3,141
Nationally
327th of 445
In North West
16th of 30
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make less progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
33.5
'22/23
24.9
'23/24
28.6
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
13Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
14Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed206
331
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
195 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John Bosco Arts College
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Storrington Avenue, Croxteth
Liverpool, L11 9DQ
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