St Monica's Catholic Primary School
108%
Capacity
454
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Monica's Catholic Primary School
St Monica's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 454 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Monica's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Gouldbourne, it falls under Sefton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8449th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 59 in Sefton.
St Monica's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 125 applications for 58 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
St Monica's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (38 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Monica's Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, St Monica'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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Kelly Drive, Bootle, Sefton, L20 9EB |
| Headteacher | James Gouldbourne |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 454 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.0% |
| School Capacity | 454 / 420 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8449th of 13,686
Nationally
1205th of 2,065
In North West
33rd of 59
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
38 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
125
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Monica's Catholic Primary School
Helpful Guides for Parents
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Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
How to Choose a Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Kelly Drive, Bootle
Sefton, L20 9EB
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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