Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
URN: 104804 • St Helens WA10 1LN
Overview
- Name
- Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 104804
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Carol Gillespie (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01744678319
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Charles Street, St Helens WA10 1LN
Summary
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided, one-form entry primary school located in the town centre of St Helens. With a current enrolment of 206 pupils, the school fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment where children from diverse backgrounds can thrive. The school's ethos, encapsulated in the mission statement "We Care, We Share, We Value," reflects its commitment to developing the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural needs of all students.
The curriculum at Holy Cross is designed to promote holistic development, encouraging children to become successful, resilient, and confident lifelong learners. The school prioritises a Christ-centred approach, integrating Catholic values into daily life while respecting the diverse beliefs of its community. A range of intervention programs is offered to support each child's individual learning needs, ensuring they reach their full potential.
In addition to academic support, Holy Cross provides wrap-around care through its Breakfast Club and after-school childcare, extending care for pupils until 5:15 p.m. This commitment to community and family involvement helps create a welcoming atmosphere where every child feels valued and supported.
The curriculum at Holy Cross is designed to promote holistic development, encouraging children to become successful, resilient, and confident lifelong learners. The school prioritises a Christ-centred approach, integrating Catholic values into daily life while respecting the diverse beliefs of its community. A range of intervention programs is offered to support each child's individual learning needs, ensuring they reach their full potential.
In addition to academic support, Holy Cross provides wrap-around care through its Breakfast Club and after-school childcare, extending care for pupils until 5:15 p.m. This commitment to community and family involvement helps create a welcoming atmosphere where every child feels valued and supported.
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Key details
- LA
- St. Helens
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 206
- Boys
- 98
- Girls
- 108
- FSM %
- 36.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 206 | 98 | 108 | 210 | 36.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 206 | 102 | 104 | 210 | 35.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 181 | 91 | 90 | 205 | 45.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 181 | 91 | 90 | 205 | 45.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 167 | 85 | 82 | 205 | 48.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 184 | 89 | 95 | 205 | 42.60 |
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