St John's Catholic Junior School
98%
Capacity
240
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St John's Catholic Junior School
St John's Catholic Junior School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 240 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 245 places).
Ofsted has rated St John's Catholic Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elaine Mullins, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6780th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 64 in Wirral.
St John's Catholic Junior School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John's Catholic Junior School include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Swimming, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, St John's 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 | Old Chester Road, Wirral, Wirral, CH63 7LH |
| Headteacher | Elaine Mullins |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 240 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.8% |
| School Capacity | 240 / 245 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6780th of 13,686
Nationally
973rd of 2,065
In North West
21st of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
63%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's Catholic Junior School
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Contact Information
Old Chester Road, Wirral
Wirral, CH63 7LH
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