St Mary's Catholic Infant School

URN: 104817 • St Helens WA12 9RX

Overview

Name
St Mary's Catholic Infant School
URN
104817
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
46.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Samantha Birchall (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Victoria Road, St Helens WA12 9RX

Summary

St Mary's Catholic Infant School, located in St Helens, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to children aged 3-7 years. With a current enrollment of 190 pupils and a capacity of 216, the school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment that celebrates each child's uniqueness and potential. The school operates under the ethos of compassion, respect, and resilience, encouraging students to aim high and develop their talents.

The curriculum at St Mary's is broad and balanced, covering key areas such as English, Maths, Science, and Religious Education, alongside creative subjects like Art and Music. The school emphasizes the importance of a strong foundation in literacy and numeracy, with specific programs for phonics and reading. Additionally, the school offers support for children with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring that all pupils receive the guidance they need to thrive.

As part of the Federation of St. Mary's Catholic Schools, the Infant School collaborates closely with the Junior Academy, fostering a strong community spirit. The school also engages families through a Parent-Teacher Association (PTFA), which organizes events and fundraising activities to enhance the educational experience for all students.

Key details

LA
St. Helens
Age range
3 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
216
Pupils
190
Boys
109
Girls
81
FSM %
11.10
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2024-02-29
Last Ofsted
2022-06-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 190 109 81 216 11.10
2024-09-11 190 109 81 216 11.10
2023-09-11 209 116 93 216 13.30
2022-09-11 209 116 93 216 13.30
2021-09-11 212 112 100 216 12.40
2020-09-11 218 112 106 180 9.90

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