St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School
110%
Capacity
231
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School
St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the St. Helens community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Nathan Pow, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 396th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 47 in St. Helens.
St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 29 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (36 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 Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, St Mary & St Thomas CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Barton Close, St Helens, St. Helens, WA10 2HS |
| Headteacher | Nathan Pow |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.3% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 210 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (29 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
396th of 13,686
Nationally
62nd of 2,065
In North West
2nd of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
89%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
36 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Barton Close, St Helens
St. Helens, WA10 2HS
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