St Francis de Sales Catholic Infant and Nursery School

URN: 104651 • Liverpool L4 3RX

Overview

Name
St Francis de Sales Catholic Infant and Nursery School
URN
104651
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
68.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Melia (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01515258489
Website
Visit
Address
Margaret Road, Liverpool L4 3RX

Summary

St Francis de Sales Catholic Infant and Nursery School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Liverpool, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 3 to 7. With a current enrolment of 417 students and a capacity of 460, the school fosters a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to "walk, learn, love, and smile together with Jesus." The school emphasizes its Catholic ethos, integrating religious education and values into daily activities and the overall curriculum.

The curriculum at St Francis de Sales includes a broad range of subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, and the Arts, alongside a focus on personal, social, and health education. The school also offers extracurricular activities and support for children with special educational needs, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the school’s mission, with strong links to the local parish and opportunities for parental involvement through workshops and events. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all families, with additional provisions such as breakfast and after-school clubs.

Key details

LA
Liverpool
Age range
3 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
460
Pupils
417
Boys
210
Girls
207
FSM %
35.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2014-11-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 417 210 207 460 35.20
2024-09-11 411 203 208 460 36.10
2023-09-11 393 195 198 460 41.20
2022-09-11 393 195 198 460 41.20
2021-09-11 410 215 195 349 36.90
2020-09-11 431 207 224 349 25.30

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