St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
57%
Capacity
120
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 120 pupils on roll, operating at 57% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Vincent's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dominic Vernon, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9561st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 55 in Warrington.
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 12 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (42 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Vincent's Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Rounders, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Science Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, St Vincent'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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Finlay Avenue, Warrington, Warrington, WA5 2PN |
| Headteacher | Dominic Vernon |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 120 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.5% |
| School Capacity | 120 / 210 (57% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9561st of 13,686
Nationally
1392nd of 2,065
In North West
47th of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
42 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
2025/26Oversubscribed12
38
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Finlay Avenue, Warrington
Warrington, WA5 2PN
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