SchoolScoresAll Saints Catholic High School
Voluntary aided school · Secondary, ages 11 to 18 · Mixed · Roman Catholic · Sixth form
Roughwood Drive, Kirkby, Knowsley, L33 8XF
0151 477 8740 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 16 November 2021.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth form | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
87 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 10 November 2025 and 6 April 2026.
| Statement | This school | England |
|---|---|---|
| My child is happy at this school Higher than 94% of 442 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 97% | 83% |
| My child feels safe at this school Higher than 90% of 442 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 97% | 85% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved Higher than 86% of 442 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 91% | 78% |
| Bullying was dealt with quickly and effectivelyOf 12 parents whose child had been bullied Higher than 75% of 344 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 58% | 43% |
| Concerns were dealt with properlyOf 68 parents who had raised a concern Higher than 90% of 431 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 88% | 74% |
| My child with SEND gets the support they needOf 13 parents of children with SEND Higher than 90% of 356 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 85% | 63% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent Higher than 94% of 442 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 99%said yes | 83% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families (Ofsted puts the response rate at 8%). Figures are the share who agree or strongly agree. England figures are all parents answering the same questions over the same period, for state-funded schools. The scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) agreement, and the dot marks this school among state schools of the same phase that used the same survey questions. The third it falls in is coloured: green for the top third, amber the middle, red the bottom. Source: Ofsted Parent View management information.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
194 pupils in this year group.
34% — 9 points above the Knowsley average, and 12 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Knowsley | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 34% | 25% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 40.6 | 34.4 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 3.2 | 2.9 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
205 pupils in this year group.
84% — 2 points above the Knowsley average, and 8 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Knowsley | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 84% | 82% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 19% | 6% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 25% | 13% | 13% |
| Further education college | 25% | 50% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 11% | 6% | 3% |
| Work | 4% | 3% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 86% | 84% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
3 A level students in this year group.
Only 3 pupils took these tests, so results can change a lot from year to year. Compare with care.
| Measure | This school | Knowsley | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | Not published | – | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 17% | 17% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 50% | 50% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | Not published | – | 35 |
"Not published": Not published: too few pupils, so individual pupils could be identified.
Average A level grade, over time
| 2022/23 | 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|---|
| C- | Not published | Not published |
A level subjects, 2024/25
3 subjects, 6 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Art and Design, Art and Design (Graphics), Art and Design (Textiles).
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
54 students in this year group.
83% — about the same as the Knowsley average, and 4 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Knowsley | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 83% | 83% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 15% | 15% | 7% |
| Work | 35% | 35% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 79% | 83% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
18 students in this year group.
33% — about the same as the Knowsley average, and 27 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Knowsley | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 33% | 33% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 0% | 0% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 37% | 33% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Knowsley. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were about 1.5 first-choice applications for every place.
| Places offered | 201 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 269 |
| Of those, offered a place | 196 (73%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 457 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 1.4 · 2025: 1.2 · 2026: 1.3
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
This is a Roman Catholic school. When it has more applicants than places it can give priority to families of the faith, for example those who can show regular worship. Check the school's admissions policy to see how places are allocated.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Knowsley | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 4th highest of 6 state secondary schools in Knowsley. Higher than 89% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 50.5% | 53.5%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 3rd highest of 6 state secondary schools in Knowsley. Higher than 70% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 3.9% | 4.1%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 5th highest of 6 state secondary schools in Knowsley. Higher than 43% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 12.8% | 18.1%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 4th highest of 6 state secondary schools in Knowsley. Higher than 28% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 6.1% | 6.8%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 1st lowest of 6 state secondary schools in Knowsley. Lower than 53% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 8.2% | 10.9%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 1st lowest of 6 state secondary schools in Knowsley. Lower than 51% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 23.3% | 31.8%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 2nd lowest of 6 state secondary schools in Knowsley. Lower than 52% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 13.8 | 28.6 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 2nd lowest of 6 state secondary schools in Knowsley. Lower than 38% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 8.2% | 11.1% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded1 pupil | 0.09% | 0.40% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 6th highest of 6 state secondary schools in Knowsley. Higher than 2% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 12.4 | 15.2 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 6th highest of 6 state secondary schools in Knowsley. Higher than 2% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 8.3 | 9.5 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 6th highest of 6 state secondary schools in Knowsley. Higher than 9% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 6.3% | 13.3%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Kirkby High School 0.9 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 20% grade 5+ English and maths
- Dixons Fazakerley Academy 2.1 miles · Ofsted: Requires improvement (2024) · 20% grade 5+ English and maths
- St John Bosco Arts College 2.6 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 5 expected, 2 needs attention · 20% grade 5+ English and maths
- Maricourt Catholic High School 2.8 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 1 strong, 6 expected · 44% grade 5+ English and maths
- Dixons Croxteth Academy 2.8 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 1 strong, 4 expected, 1 needs attention · 16% grade 5+ English and maths
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is All Saints Catholic High School's Ofsted rating?
All Saints Catholic High School was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 16 November 2021.
How did All Saints Catholic High School do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 34% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 12 points below the England average of 45%.
Would parents recommend All Saints Catholic High School?
99% of the 87 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 10 November 2025 and 6 April 2026 said they would recommend All Saints Catholic High School to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Is All Saints Catholic High School oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 269 families put All Saints Catholic High School as their first choice for 201 places: about 1.5 first-choice applications for every place. 196 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 135479.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 10 November 2025 to 6 April 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.