Rainford CofE Primary School
Cross Pit Lane, Rainford, St Helens, WA11 8AJOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Rainford CofE Primary School is a primary school in St Helens for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 76 schools in St. Helens. It ranks 10th of 37 primary schools in St Helens. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2012.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 10 May 2012, report published 31 May 2012
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 27 September 2023
Pupils feel safe and happy at Rainford CofE Primary School. The school has high expectations for pupils' learning. Pupils work hard in their lessons and they achieve well. Typically, pupils are prepared well for the next stage of their education. The school is aspirational for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). As such, all pupils follow the same ambitious curriculum and told inspectors that they enjoy their lessons. Children in the early years settle well into school life and build strong foundations for their future learning. The school expects high standards of behaviour. The majority of pupils meet these high expectations and they interact well during lessons and at breaktimes. Staff provide effective support for the small number of pupils who need additional help to manage their own behaviour and emotions. Pupils value the wide range of additional opportunities on offer to them. For example, pupils represent the school in sporting competitions, perform in a variety of productions and enjoy caring for the school chickens. Pupils and staff are proud to be a pivotal part of the local community. For instance, the school makes contributions to wider events including Education Sunday and the Christmas tree festival.
What the school should improve
- The school has not ensured that teachers are fully equipped to support some pupils with complex SEND effectively. This means that, from time to time, these pupils learn less well. The school should ensure that teachers are provided with the information and training that they need to successfully adapt the delivery of the curriculum for these pupils.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
43 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
230 pupils on roll, with places for 315
Schools near Rainford CofE Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 37% met the expected standard |
| Rainford Brook Lodge Community Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 74% met the expected standard |
| Crawford Village Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 92% met the expected standard |
| Little Digmoor Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 32% met the expected standard |
| Bishop Martin Church of England Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- LIVERPOOL DIOCESAN SCHOOLS TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Emma Shawcross
- Phone
- 01744883281
- Address
- Cross Pit Lane, Rainford, St Helens, WA11 8AJ
- Local authority
- St. Helens
- URN
- 148365
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.