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St John Vianney Catholic Primary School

Elton Head Road, Sutton Heath, St Helens, WA9 5BT

Voluntary aided school · Ages 3–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2022

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80% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

83.0%

Writing

83.0%

Maths

100.0%

RWM Combined

80.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Requires improvement

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Good

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1.48 km away · Local authority nursery school

Outstanding

Longton Lane Community Primary School

1.77 km away · Community school

Good

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About St John Vianney Catholic Primary School

St John Vianney Catholic Primary School is a primary school in St Helens, St. Helens. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 80% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 201 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Elton Head Road, St Helens, WA9 5BT | More schools in St. Helens

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2022 — Good
Mar 2018 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St John Vianney Catholic Primary School

What is St John Vianney Catholic Primary School's Ofsted rating?

St John Vianney Catholic Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are St John Vianney Catholic Primary School's latest exam results?

St John Vianney Catholic Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 80% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St John Vianney Catholic Primary School located?

St John Vianney Catholic Primary School is a primary school in St Helens, St. Helens (WA9 5BT).

How many pupils attend St John Vianney Catholic Primary School?

St John Vianney Catholic Primary School has around 201 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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