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
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.
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.
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Nearby alternatives
- Rainford High Technology College (70.5)
- Rainford High School (68.6)
- The Sutton Academy (58.1)
- De La Salle School (52.4)
- Cowley International College (51.6)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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