St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic High School

URN: 104833 • St Helens WA11 9BB

Overview

Name
St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic High School
URN
104833
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
41.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Giselle Lynch (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Boardmans Lane, St Helens WA11 9BB

Summary

St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic High School, located in St Helens, is a voluntary aided secondary school serving a mixed-gender student body of 571 pupils, with a capacity for 750. As part of the St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust, the school emphasizes a strong Catholic ethos, fostering a community where faith and education go hand in hand. With 38.7% of students eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to inclusivity and support for all learners.

The curriculum at St Augustine’s is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on academic excellence and personal development. The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, highlighting the high expectations set by teachers and the positive behaviour exhibited by students. The emphasis on reading and a supportive learning environment ensures that pupils take pride in their work and progress.

In addition to academic achievements, St Augustine promotes a vibrant school life through extracurricular activities and events. The school regularly engages with parents and the wider community, offering opportunities for involvement and insight into school life, such as open evenings and various student-led initiatives.

Key details

LA
St. Helens
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
750
Pupils
571
Boys
284
Girls
287
FSM %
38.70
Open date
1991-10-11
Close date
2022-03-31
Last Ofsted
2021-12-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 571 284 287 750 38.70
2024-09-11 571 284 287 750 38.70
2023-09-11 571 284 287 750 38.70
2022-09-11 571 284 287 750 38.70
2021-09-11 557 279 278 750 37.00
2020-09-11 569 286 283 750 30.90

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