Best Primary Schools in Sefton 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 74 schools across Sefton. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

12%

Outstanding rate

58.7%

Avg KS2 SATs

35.7

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
🥈	Freshfield Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
🥉	St Robert Bellarmine Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
4.	Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre Primary	Good	75	View school
5.	St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	73	View school
6.	St Nicholas Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
7.	St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
8.	Valewood Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
9.	Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
10.	St Philip's Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	68	View school
11.	St Oswald's Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	68	View school
12.	Forefield Junior School Primary	Good	67	View school
13.	Redgate Community Primary School Primary	Good	66	View school
14.	St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull Primary	Good	66	View school
15.	Hudson Primary School Primary	Good	66	View school
16.	Shoreside Primary School Primary	Requires Improvement	65	View school
17.	King's Lander Primary Academy Primary	Good	65	View school
18.	St Gregory's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	65	View school
19.	St Monica's Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	64	View school
20.	Kew Woods Primary School Primary	Good	64	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Sefton?

There are 74 primary schools in Sefton, of which 9 (12%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Sefton?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Sefton is St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Sefton?

Primary and secondary school applications in Sefton are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Sefton council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Sefton?

12% of primary schools in Sefton are rated Outstanding and 80% are rated Good. 78.3% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.