English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School

  • Primary
  • Local authority maintained
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Good

School Lane, Litherland, Liverpool, L21 7LXOpen in maps

English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Liverpool for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 113 schools in Sefton. It ranks 75th of 171 primary schools in Liverpool. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2015.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 13 January 2015, report published 3 February 2015

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Early years provision
Good

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 22 October 2024

Pupils receive an exceptional education at English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School. They rise to meet the very high expectations that the school has for their achievement and conduct. Pupils want the school to be the best that it can be. They wholeheartedly feel part of the school team. Pupils value the many ways in which they can support leaders to shape the school offer. For example, as subject ambassadors who provide regular feedback on the curriculum. The school is an oasis of calm. Staff know pupils' needs very well. This enables them to provide precise support that enables pupils to learn well and be happy in school. Learning is rarely disturbed. This is because, from the early years, staff set out clear routines, boundaries and build strong relationships. Social times are harmonious. Pupils organise activities and actively look out for the well-being of others. Pupils benefit from a high-quality array of opportunities to support their personal development. These range from playing competitive sports to a high level, to working with community groups to improve the local area. The school provides a broad range of clubs. This ensures that pupils can develop and build on their talents and interests.

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Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

60 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths62%

62%, the same as the England average.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths8%

8%, the same as the England average.

Reading, average scaled score104

104, 2 below the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score105

105, the same as the England average.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score108

108, 3 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

467 pupils on roll, with places for 420

Eligible for free school meals16.3%

16.3%, 10.2 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language2.8%

2.8%, 18.8 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support12.2%

12.2%, 2.6 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan1.3%

1.3%, 4.7 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
St Philip's Church of England Controlled Primary School0.1 milesReport card: Needs attention to expected standard41% met the expected standard
St Robert Bellarmine Catholic Primary School0.5 milesOfsted: Outstanding90% met the expected standard
St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School0.6 milesOfsted: Good52% met the expected standard
Hatton Hill Primary School0.6 milesOfsted: Good60% met the expected standard
King's Lander Primary Academy0.6 milesOfsted: Good60% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Voluntary aided school
Sector
Local authority maintained
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Mr Lewis Dinsdale
Phone
01519285601
Website
englishmartyrs.co.uk
Address
School Lane, Litherland, Liverpool, L21 7LX
Local authority
Sefton
URN
104931

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.