St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy

URN: 149031 • St. Helens WA11 9BB

Overview

Name
St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy
URN
149031
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
29.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Giselle Lynch (since 2025)
Telephone
01744678112
Website
Visit
Address
Boardmans Lane, St. Helens WA11 9BB

Summary

St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy is a mixed secondary school located in St Helens, part of the St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust. With a current enrolment of 548 students and a capacity of 750, the academy serves a diverse community, with 46.8% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and support for all families.

The academy prides itself on providing a strong Catholic education, fostering a nurturing environment where students can grow in faith and knowledge. The curriculum is designed to be enriching and aspirational, with a focus on academic excellence across various subjects, including English, Science, Geography, and Maths. St Augustine's has achieved a 'Good' rating in all areas from Ofsted, highlighting its effective teaching and high expectations for student behaviour and achievement.

Community engagement is a key aspect of life at St Augustine's, with regular events such as open evenings and extracurricular activities that promote student involvement and parental participation. The school aims to create a vibrant atmosphere where students can thrive both academically and personally. For more information, visit their website at [staugs.org.uk](https://www.staugs.org.uk/).

Key details

LA
St. Helens
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
750
Pupils
548
Boys
275
Girls
273
FSM %
46.80
Open date
2022-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Merseyside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 548 275 273 750 46.80
2024-09-11 563 268 295 750 44.20
2023-09-11 750
2022-09-11 750

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