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Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School is a voluntary aided secondary school in Widnes, Halton , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1302 pupils, and a capacity of 1677 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–16

Age range

1,302

Pupils

1,677

Capacity

78%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School is managed by Halton and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Halton before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School — School Information

Full address
Highfield Road, Widnes, WA8 7DW
Local authority
Halton
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
41.4% of pupils
DfE URN
111457

Other Secondary Schools in Widnes

If Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Widnes are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School

Is Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School oversubscribed?

Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School has a capacity of 1677 places and currently has 1302 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Halton.

What is the admissions policy for Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School?

Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Halton before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School cover?

Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School is a secondary school in Widnes, Halton, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School?

Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.