St Matthew's Catholic Primary School
105%
Capacity
398
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Matthew's Catholic Primary School
St Matthew's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 398 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 379 places).
Ofsted has rated St Matthew's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Sime, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3861st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 102 in Liverpool.
St Matthew's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 42 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Matthew's Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Football, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, St Matthew'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 | Queens Drive, Liverpool, Liverpool, L4 8UA |
| Headteacher | Claire Sime |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 398 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.6% |
| School Capacity | 398 / 379 (105% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3861st of 13,686
Nationally
551st of 2,065
In North West
21st of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
71%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed42
81
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Matthew's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Queens Drive, Liverpool
Liverpool, L4 8UA
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