St Mary's Catholic Primary School
89%
Capacity
186
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the St. Helens community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 186 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ruth Martin, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 97% 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 57th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 47 in St. Helens.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 22 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Catholic Primary School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Rounders, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Film Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, St Mary'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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | St Mary's School, Birchley Road, Birchley Road, Nr Wigan, St. Helens, WN5 7QJ |
| Headteacher | Ruth Martin |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.8% |
| School Capacity | 186 / 210 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (97%)
57th of 13,686
Nationally
7th of 2,065
In North West
1st of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
97%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
97%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Catholic 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
St Mary's School, Birchley Road, Birchley Road, Nr Wigan
St. Helens, WN5 7QJ
St Mary's School, Birchley Road, Birchley Road, Nr Wigan
St. Helens, WN5 7QJ
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