St Monica's Catholic Primary School
77%
Capacity
160
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Monica's Catholic Primary School
St Monica's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 160 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Monica's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jessica Pearson, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1467th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 55 in Warrington.
St Monica's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 18 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
St Monica's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (64 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Monica's Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Cricket, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | St Monica's Close, Warrington, Warrington, WA4 3AG |
| Headteacher | Jessica Pearson |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 160 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.6% |
| School Capacity | 160 / 209 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1467th of 13,686
Nationally
181st of 2,065
In North West
10th of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
37%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
80%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
64 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
29
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 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 Monica's Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
St Monica's Close, Warrington
Warrington, WA4 3AG
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