Skip to content
A free, independent guide for parents — updated each admissions cycle. 26,506 schools · England & Wales
catchment.school

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Merseyside, Sefton , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 234 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

234

Pupils

210

Capacity

111%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Gregory's Catholic Primary School is managed by Sefton 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 234 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

Not getting a place? Learn how to appeal a school place →

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

Find Sefton catchment area documents →

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School — School Information

Full address
Sandy Lane, Lydiate, Merseyside, L31 2LB
Local authority
Sefton
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
5.2% of pupils
DfE URN
104936

Other Primary Schools in Merseyside

If St Gregory's Catholic Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Merseyside are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Gregory's Catholic Primary School

Is St Gregory's Catholic Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Gregory's Catholic Primary School currently has 234 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Gregory's Catholic Primary School?

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Sefton before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Gregory's Catholic Primary School cover?

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Merseyside, Sefton, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Gregory's Catholic Primary School?

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.