St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School
St Peter and St Paul 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 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Mainwaring, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9418th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 47 in St. Helens.
St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 19 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 6 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (48 responses).
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 Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, St Peter and St Paul 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 | Derwent Road, St Helens, St. Helens, WA11 9AT |
| Headteacher | Michael Mainwaring |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.0% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9418th of 13,686
Nationally
1364th of 2,065
In North West
32nd of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
48 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Derwent Road, St Helens
St. Helens, WA11 9AT
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