What is the best primary school in St Helens?

On our composite score, St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in St Helens, with a grade B. 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 St Helens?

There are 53 primary schools in St Helens 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 St Helens 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 St Helens?

Applications for Reception places in St Helens 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 St Helens

Compare 53 top-rated primary schools in St Helens, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School vs St Peter's CofE Primary School

The best primary schools in St Helens

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St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School

St Peter's CofE Primary School

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Bleak Hill Primary School

St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School

St Julie's Catholic Primary School

Eccleston Lane Ends Primary School

St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

St Ann's Church of England Primary School

Grange Valley Primary School

Sutton Oak CofE Primary School

Eaves Primary School

Parish Church of England Primary School, St Helens

Carr Mill Primary School

St John Vianney Catholic Primary School

Longton Lane Community Primary School

Garswood Primary and Nursery School

Allanson Street Primary School

St Theresa's Catholic Primary School

Queen's Park CofE/Urc Primary School

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

Legh Vale Primary School

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Devon Street

Rainford CofE Primary School

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