St Peter's CofE Primary School
97%
Capacity
230
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About St Peter's CofE Primary School
St Peter's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the St. Helens community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 230 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 237 places).
the school is led by headteacher Paul Robinson, it falls under St. Helens local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% 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 1764th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 47 in St. Helens.
St Peter's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 30 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (82 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Peter's CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Cross Country, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Chess, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, St Peter's CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Birley Street, Newton-le-Willows, St. Helens, WA12 9UR |
| Headteacher | Paul Robinson |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 230 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 230 / 237 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1764th of 13,686
Nationally
223rd of 2,065
In North West
6th of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
82 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
96
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
51 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 Peter's CofE Primary School
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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
Birley Street, Newton-le-Willows
St. Helens, WA12 9UR
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