Ursuline Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
414
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Ursuline Catholic Primary School
Ursuline Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Ursuline Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nichola Robinson, it falls under Sefton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 30% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13238th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 57th out of 59 in Sefton.
Ursuline Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 147 applications for 59 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 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 Ursuline Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Ursuline 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 | Nicholas Road, Liverpool, Sefton, L23 6TT |
| Headteacher | Nichola Robinson |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.7% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (30%)
13238th of 13,686
Nationally
1978th of 2,065
In North West
57th of 59
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
30%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
30%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
147
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Nicholas Road, Liverpool
Sefton, L23 6TT
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