St Laurence's Catholic Primary School
107%
Capacity
375
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Laurence's Catholic Primary School
St Laurence's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 375 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 350 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Laurence's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul MacKenzie, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9417th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 47 in Knowsley.
St Laurence's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 58 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
St Laurence's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (42 responses).
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 Laurence's Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Gardening, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, St Laurence'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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Leeside Avenue, Kirkby, Liverpool, Knowsley, L32 9QX |
| Headteacher | Paul MacKenzie |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 375 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.1% |
| School Capacity | 375 / 350 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9417th of 13,686
Nationally
1363rd of 2,065
In North West
33rd of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
42 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Laurence's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Leeside Avenue, Kirkby, Liverpool
Knowsley, L32 9QX
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