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St William of York Catholic Primary School Catchment Area

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

St William of York Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Liverpool, Sefton , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 246 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

246

Pupils

210

Capacity

117%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

St William of York Catholic Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St William of York 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: 246 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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.

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St William of York Catholic Primary School — School Information

Full address
St William Road, Crosby, Liverpool, L23 9XH
Local authority
Sefton
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
44.7% of pupils
DfE URN
104934

Other Primary Schools in Liverpool

If St William of York Catholic Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Liverpool are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St William of York Catholic Primary School

Is St William of York Catholic Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St William of York Catholic Primary School currently has 246 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 William of York Catholic Primary School?

St William of York 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 William of York Catholic Primary School cover?

St William of York Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Liverpool, Sefton, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St William of York Catholic Primary School?

St William of York Catholic Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.