St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School
103%
Capacity
403
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School
St Michael and All Angels 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 403 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 390 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jude Ryan, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 28% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13342nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 47 in Knowsley.
St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 53 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, St Michael and All Angels 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 | Sidney Powell Avenue, Kirkby, Liverpool, Knowsley, L32 0TP |
| Headteacher | Jude Ryan |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 403 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.7% |
| School Capacity | 403 / 390 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (28%)
13342nd of 13,686
Nationally
2002nd of 2,065
In North West
47th of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
28%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
28%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
76
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Sidney Powell Avenue, Kirkby, Liverpool
Knowsley, L32 0TP
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