St John Plessington Catholic College

URN: 139031 • Wirral CH63 7LF

Overview

Name
St John Plessington Catholic College
URN
139031
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Peadar McLoughlin (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01516455049
Website
Visit
Address
Old Chester Road, Wirral CH63 7LF

Summary

St John Plessington Catholic College is a mixed secondary academy located in Wirral, with a current enrolment of 1,544 pupils and a capacity of 1,800. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment rooted in Catholic values, where every student is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The college places a strong emphasis on care and concern for others, aiming to develop students as active agents of change in their communities.

The curriculum at St John Plessington is designed to promote academic excellence alongside personal development. Literacy is a key focus, with various initiatives in place to enhance students' reading, writing, and speaking skills. Additionally, the school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and creative opportunities, which help enrich the educational experience and foster a sense of belonging among students.

The college is dedicated to building a strong community spirit, with the school chapel at its heart. This commitment to a shared ethos helps create an environment where students can grow in confidence, develop lasting friendships, and take pride in being part of the St John Plessington community.

Key details

LA
Wirral
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1800
Pupils
1544
Boys
852
Girls
692
FSM %
39.00
Open date
2012-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1544 852 692 1800 39.00
2024-09-11 1574 873 701 1800 34.20
2023-09-11 1623 885 738 1800 26.50
2022-09-11 1623 885 738 1800 26.50
2021-09-11 1606 869 737 1625 22.30
2020-09-11 1570 830 740 1800 19.40

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