St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
91%
Capacity
238
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 238 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne McCormick, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3767th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 102 in Liverpool.
St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 30 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (66 responses).
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 Sebastian's Catholic Primary School and Nursery include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Football, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Art Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School and Nursery 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 | Holly Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L7 0LH |
| Headteacher | Joanne McCormick |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 238 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.7% |
| School Capacity | 238 / 262 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3767th of 13,686
Nationally
536th of 2,065
In North West
20th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
66 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
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Contact Information
Holly Road, Liverpool
Liverpool, L7 0LH
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