Majority of parents and carers in St Helens Borough secure preferred primary school place on National Offer Day

Article date: 16 April 2025

Data released by St Helens Borough Council shows that 93.94 per cent of families received their first choice from the total of 1,764 applications, with 4.76 per cent awarded second choice and 0.51 for third choice.

St Helens Borough Council's Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, Councillor Nova Charlton, said: 

"We're fortunate to have a wealth of Outstanding and Good-rated primary schools in the borough and I hope that parents and carers are pleased with the schools their children have been allocated for September 2025.

"Our school admissions team continues to demonstrate exceptional dedication, ensuring that over 99 per cent of families receive one of their preferred choices. This is a testament to the hard work and commitment of the team in meeting our statutory responsibilities and supporting the future of our young people."

Parents or carers with any questions about their application are encouraged to contact the school admissions team by emailing schooladmissions@sthelens.gov.uk