What is the best primary school in Sefton?

On our composite score, St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate is the top-ranked primary school in Sefton, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Sefton?

There are 73 primary schools in Sefton with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Sefton ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Sefton?

Applications for Reception places in Sefton starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Sefton

Compare 73 top-rated primary schools in Sefton, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate.

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Compare the top two side by side: St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate vs St Robert Bellarmine Catholic Primary School

The best primary schools in Sefton

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St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate

St Robert Bellarmine Catholic Primary School

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School

Summerhill Primary School

Freshfield Primary School

St Luke's Halsall Church of England Primary School

Rimrose Hope CofE Primary School

St Benedict's Catholic Primary School

Aintree Davenhill Primary School

English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School

Melling Primary School

Litherland Moss Primary School

Shoreside Primary School

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School

Larkfield Primary School

Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School

Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre

Marshside Primary School

St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull

Kew Woods Primary School

St William of York Catholic Primary School

St John Bosco Catholic Primary School

Netherton Moss Primary School

Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Southport

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