St James' Church of England Primary School

URN: 146429 • St Helens WA11 0NL

Overview

Name
St James' Church of England Primary School
URN
146429
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LIVERPOOL DIOCESAN SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jennifer Young (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01744678545
Website
Visit
Address
Lyme Street, St Helens WA11 0NL

Summary

St James' Church of England Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in St Helens, with an enrollment of 161 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school operates under the Liverpool Diocesan Schools Trust and is committed to providing an inclusive education rooted in Christian values. With a one-form entry system, the school welcomes 30 new students each September, fostering a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially.

The school emphasizes strong partnerships with parents, governors, and the local community, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals with high aspirations. St James' offers a range of cultural experiences and extracurricular activities, alongside a Breakfast and After School Club to support working families. The dedicated staff work diligently to maintain high standards of behaviour and academic achievement, ensuring a calm and purposeful learning atmosphere.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and can easily access information through the school's website or by contacting the office for further inquiries. St James' CE Primary School prides itself on being a welcoming place for children of all faiths and backgrounds.

Key details

LA
St. Helens
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LIVERPOOL DIOCESAN SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
161
Boys
93
Girls
68
FSM %
44.10
Open date
2018-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 161 93 68 210 44.10
2024-09-11 176 99 77 210 44.90
2023-09-11 163 89 74 210 38.70
2022-09-11 163 89 74 210 38.70
2021-09-11 159 85 74 210 36.50
2020-09-11 169 92 77 210 31.40

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