FavSchools
Map

St Nicholas Catholic Academy

Primary
St Nicholas Catholic Academy logo

St Nicholas Catholic Academy

Orthes Street, Liverpool, L3 5XF

A Good-rated primary school in Liverpool where 45% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Academy sponsor led
Roman Catholic
Pupils
188
Ages
3-11
FSM
33.3%
Capacity
210
Ofsted
Good
Jan 2025

Most parents compare a few schools before deciding. Put this school side by side with nearby alternatives — Ofsted, results, intake and location in one view.

Open compare tool

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
60.0%
Writing
85.0%
Maths
80.0%
RWM Combined
45.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

What to look for in a primary schoolApplication timelines, KS2 SATs context, and what to ask on a school visit.

Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Parent Reviews

Location & Area

Explore the neighbourhood around the school

Data shown for guidance only · confirm details with the school before applying

About St Nicholas Catholic Academy

St Nicholas Catholic Academy is a primary school in Liverpool, Liverpool. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 14 responses), 100% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 45% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 188 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Explore on mapLeague tablesCompare schools

Location: Orthes Street, Liverpool, L3 5XF | More schools in Liverpool

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Nicholas Catholic Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jan 2025 — Good
  2. Feb 2022 — Good (predecessor: St Nicholas's Catholic Primary School)
  3. Jan 2018 — Requires improvement (predecessor: St Nicholas's Catholic Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Schools near St Nicholas Catholic Academy

Other open schools within about 5 km, with the same phase shown first where possible.

Frequently asked questions about St Nicholas Catholic Academy

What is St Nicholas Catholic Academy's Ofsted rating?
St Nicholas Catholic Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.
What do parents say about St Nicholas Catholic Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 14 responses): 100% of parents would recommend St Nicholas Catholic Academy.
What are St Nicholas Catholic Academy's latest exam results?
St Nicholas Catholic Academy: KS2 2024/25: 45% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is St Nicholas Catholic Academy located?
St Nicholas Catholic Academy is a primary school in Liverpool, Liverpool (L3 5XF).
How many pupils attend St Nicholas Catholic Academy?
St Nicholas Catholic Academy has around 188 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare St Nicholas Catholic Academy with other schools?
View St Nicholas Catholic Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Liverpool.