St Stephen's Catholic Primary School
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Stephen's Catholic Primary School
St Stephen'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 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Stephen's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Steven Hatton, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2106th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 55 in Warrington.
St Stephen's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 24 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
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 Stephen's Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Drama, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, St Stephen'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 | Sandy Lane, Warrington, Warrington, WA2 9HS |
| Headteacher | Steven Hatton |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.7% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2106th of 13,686
Nationally
280th of 2,065
In North West
17th of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Stephen's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Sandy Lane, Warrington
Warrington, WA2 9HS
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