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Schools in WA9

A postcode district in St Helens

  • Postcode district
  • 32 schools and nurseries

In short: WA9 is a postcode district in St Helens with 19 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 10 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3219 primary · 5 secondary · 10 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in WA9

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All WA9 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in WA9

19 in WA9, best first

Eaves Primary School

St Helens, WA9 3UB · State · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

44 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1179%

England 62%

Days missed
4.9%
Pupils
233
Pupils per teacher
25.4
View school Eaves Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in WA9

5 in WA9, best first

The Sutton Academy

St Helens, WA9 5AU · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results close to the England average.

298 first choices, 255 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1645.5

England 46.2

Days missed
10.2%
Pupils
1,441
Pupils per teacher
15.8
View school The Sutton Academy

St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy

St Helens, WA9 3HE · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well below the England average.

163 first choices, 175 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1633.9

England 46.2

Days missed
14.3%
Pupils
897
Pupils per teacher
16.1
View school St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy
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Nurseries in WA9

10 in WA9, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 10 nurseries

Sixth Forms in WA9

2 in WA9, by the school's Eduscope score

The Sutton Academy

St Helens, WA9 5AU · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results close to the England average.

298 first choices, 255 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1645.5

England 46.2

Days missed
10.2%
Pupils
1,441
Pupils per teacher
15.8
View school The Sutton Academy

Mill Green School

St Helens, WA9 1BU · Special · Secondary · Ages 14 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good or better

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
8.2%
Pupils
168
Pupils per teacher
6.0
View school Mill Green School

Special Schools in WA9

3 in WA9. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Ash Meadow School

Wa9 4rt · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
54
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Ash Meadow School

Lansbury Bridge School

St Helens, WA9 1TB · Special · All-through · Ages 4 to 14

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
9.3%
Pupils
236
Pupils per teacher
5.8
View school Lansbury Bridge School

Mill Green School

St Helens, WA9 1BU · Special · Secondary · Ages 14 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good or better

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
8.2%
Pupils
168
Pupils per teacher
6.0
View school Mill Green School

Private Schools in WA9

1 in WA9. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Ash Meadow School

Wa9 4rt · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
54
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Ash Meadow School
The map

Every school in WA9, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Pace, Good in every areaAllanson Street Primary School, GoodRobins Lane Community Primary School, GoodThatto Heath Community Primary School, GoodSutton Manor Community Primary School, GoodSherdley Primary School, GoodEaves Primary School, GoodMerton Bank Primary School, Requires improvementSutton Oak CofE Primary School, GoodSt Anne's Catholic Primary School, GoodSt Austin's Catholic Primary School, Needs attention in 2 areasSt John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Needs attention in 1 areaSt Theresa's Catholic Primary School, Expected standard or betterBroad Oak Community Primary School, Good in every areaMill Green School, Good or betterHoly Spirit Catholic Primary School, GoodLansbury Bridge School, GoodThe Sutton Academy, Expected standard or betterNutgrove Methodist Primary School, Requires improvement in 5 areasAsh Meadow School, GoodWillow Tree Primary School, Requires improvementPortico, Expected standard or betterEarly Learners Nursery – Sutton, GoodLittle Journeys Day Nursery, GoodSmall Wonders, GoodThatto Heath Playdays, OutstandingPortico Poppets, OutstandingLittle Harvards, GoodGeneral Day Nursery & After School, GoodSmall Wonders Day Care Nursery (lea Green), GoodEarly Learners Nursery (Parr) Ltd, GoodSt Cuthbert's Catholic Academy, Good
  • Outstanding2
  • Good19
  • Requires improvement2
  • Not graded yet9
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every WA9 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

WA9 has 32 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about WA9

Nearby areas

How many schools are in WA9?

WA9 has 32 schools, including 19 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 10 nurseries, 1 independent school, 3 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in WA9?

The highest-ranked schools in WA9 on Eduscope are Eaves Primary School, St Theresa's Catholic Primary School, Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in WA9?

There is 1 independent school in WA9, a special school for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare it on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.

How do I choose the right school in WA9?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 32 schools in WA9 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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