St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Pauline McIlroy, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4299th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 47 in Knowsley.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 25 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Football, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Film Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, St Joseph'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 | Edenfield Crescent, Liverpool, Knowsley, L36 6DS |
| Headteacher | Pauline McIlroy |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.0% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4299th of 13,686
Nationally
623rd of 2,065
In North West
11th of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
70%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Edenfield Crescent, Liverpool
Knowsley, L36 6DS
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