Ainsdale St John's Church of England Primary School

URN: 104903 • Southport PR8 3JE

Overview

Name
Ainsdale St John's Church of England Primary School
URN
104903
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lorna O'Brien (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Sandbrook Road, Southport PR8 3JE

Summary

Ainsdale St John's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Ainsdale, Southport, with a current enrolment of 203 pupils. The school prioritises building strong relationships among staff, students, and the wider community, fostering a family-like atmosphere that extends to parents and governors. The school's ethos is rooted in Christian values, focusing on courage, community, and compassion, which guide their daily operations and interactions.

The curriculum at Ainsdale St John's is designed to be broad and balanced, aiming to support each child's personal development and aspirations. The school promotes a love of learning and encourages students to become confident, active members of their community. They offer various extracurricular activities, allowing students to explore their interests and develop leadership skills, particularly through initiatives led by Year 6 pupils.

Situated near the Sefton coastline, the school benefits from its community environment, which enhances learning experiences. Ainsdale St John's welcomes children of all faiths and backgrounds, ensuring that every child feels valued and included in their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Sefton
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
203
Boys
98
Girls
105
FSM %
16.30
Open date
Close date
2024-08-31
Last Ofsted
2013-06-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 203 98 105 210 16.30
2024-09-11 203 98 105 210 16.30
2023-09-11 216 99 117 210 14.80
2022-09-11 216 99 117 210 14.80
2021-09-11 212 97 115 215 15.60
2020-09-11 209 101 108 214 13.90

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