Sherdley Primary School, St Helens
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
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Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 4 years agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
The school supports all learners very well, whether they need extra help or are working at higher levels. Teachers use technology creatively and ask great questions to help children think harder about their work. Pupils are well-behaved, friendly and confident in their learning.
Key Strengths
- Rapid improvement in standards - mathematics and English results are now above national average
- Good teaching with examples of outstanding practice observed
- Strong support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities who make good progress
- Well-behaved pupils who feel safe and are polite and respectful
- Improved curriculum offering local, national and international learning experiences
Areas for Improvement
- Need for more outstanding teaching across the school
- Fewer Key Stage 1 pupils reaching higher levels in writing compared to other subjects
- Behaviour policy needs updating so parents clearly understand how challenging behaviour is managed
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective - pupils report feeling safe, know who to talk to about worries, and understand online safety and social networking risks.
Extracurricular Activities
Cheerleading team
Sherdley Primary School is a good school that has improved significantly since the previous inspection. Pupils achieve well, with standards in mathematics and English now above the national average by the end of Year 6.
At a Glance
18.4%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 65% to 70%. Maths has improved from 63% to 75%. Writing has remained stable at around 63%.
Class Sizes
28.1
Avg class size
28.0
Infant (KS1)
28.4
KS2
15
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
102%
Over capacity
429 pupils
420 capacity
9 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - St Helens
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for St Helens
Admissions Demand - St. Helens
Places available
2,195
Applications
1,726
Got 1st preference
93.9%
Got preferred school
99.2%
Primary admissions across St. Helens (2025/26)
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.21649%
Overall absence
13.71429%
Persistent absence
350
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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