St Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community
84%
Capacity
219
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community
St Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 261 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community "Good", the school is led by headteacher Angela Tambourini, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7990th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 47 in Knowsley.
St Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 25 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
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 Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community include Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Dance, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Book Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, St Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community 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 | Lickers Lane, Prescot, Knowsley, L35 3SR |
| Headteacher | Angela Tambourini |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.8% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 261 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7990th of 13,686
Nationally
1136th of 2,065
In North West
25th of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
60%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
36
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community
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Contact Information
Lickers Lane, Prescot
Knowsley, L35 3SR
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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