ST JULIE'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL in Merseyside, St Helens

Education Centre Information: St Julie's Catholic Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: St. Helens
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Roman Catholic
Diocese: Archdiocese of Liverpool
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 240
Number of boys: 114
Number of girls: 126
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Founded in 1966; set in beautiful grounds; serves the parish of St Julie and the area of Eccleston in St Helens. Although the school has a relatively small percentage of children from ethnic minorities, it reports a strong tradition of multicultural education; non-Catholic pupils also constitute a small minority in the school, while being an integral part of the school family. The school emphasises: 'The pupils of the school, in general, come from well-motivated, supportive families and are capable of high standards of work.' The school has a proud record of achievements in all academic subjects as well as in sport and the arts. Broad and balanced curriculum. Before-school care, from 7.45am; after-school care, until 6pm. Over-subscribed, with 1.2 applications per place. Investor in People status (2003); DfES achievement award (2003). Ethos: 'St Julie's is a caring, happy high-achieving school, where the emphasis is is on every child fulfilling its potential'.