St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
Copy Lane, Netherton, Bootle, L30 7PGOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Bootle for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 113 schools in Sefton. It ranks 3rd of 12 primary schools in Bootle. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 3 June 2014, report published 25 June 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 11 July 2023
Pupils and staff strive to realise the school aim of 'Working together to bring about a welcoming atmosphere'. Pupils told the inspector that they value the strong relationships that they have with their friends and with the staff. This helps them to feel happy and safe at school. Leaders are ambitious for all pupils to succeed academically. Pupils make the most of the learning opportunities that leaders and teachers provide for them. Most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well. Staff have high expectations of pupils' behaviour. They apply the behaviour policy consistently well. Pupils behave well around the school. Many pupils try to treat others in the same way that they would like to be treated themselves. If bullying does occur, leaders deal with it quickly. Pupils learn the importance of teamwork and responsibility through being members of different groups, such as the eco and school councils. Pupils take part in a range of community activities, such as visiting the residents of the local elderly care home. These opportunities build pupils' understanding of empathy and what it means to make a positive contribution to society.
What the school should improve
- In a very small number of subjects, some pupils have gaps in their knowledge. These pupils struggle to make sense of new learning. Leaders should ensure that teachers identify and address gaps in pupils' learning before teaching new concepts.
- Some pupils do not attend school regularly enough. This limits how well they learn. Leaders should work with these pupils and their families to improve pupils' attendance so that they can benefit from the good quality of education that the school provides.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
28 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
231 pupils on roll, with places for 230
Schools near St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 28% met the expected standard |
| St Oswald's Church of England Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 77% met the expected standard |
| Netherton Moss Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 53% met the expected standard |
| Our Lady of Walsingham Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 32% met the expected standard |
| Holy Spirit Catholic Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 48% 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 Michael Phillips
- Phone
- 01515266423
- Address
- Copy Lane, Netherton, Bootle, L30 7PG
- Local authority
- Sefton
- URN
- 135085
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.