Sutton Oak CofE Primary School
87%
Capacity
298
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Sutton Oak CofE Primary School
Sutton Oak CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the St. Helens community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 298 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 341 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sutton Oak CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Iwan Williams, it falls under St. Helens 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 9675th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 47 in St. Helens.
Sutton Oak CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 38 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sutton Oak CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Tennis, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in St. Helens, Sutton Oak 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Goodban Street, St Helens, St. Helens, WA9 3QD |
| Headteacher | Iwan Williams |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Number of Pupils | 298 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.4% |
| School Capacity | 298 / 341 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9675th of 13,686
Nationally
1404th of 2,065
In North West
34th of 47
In St. Helens
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
54%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed38
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Goodban Street, St Helens
St. Helens, WA9 3QD
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