Business Details
Your Child's Catholic Education Starts Here
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is a nurturing, culturally diverse institution rooted in Catholic values, serving children from Nursery to Year 6 in St Helens. Established to provide a holistic education grounded in faith, our school fosters academic excellence alongside spiritual, moral, and social development. With over 200 pupils, we prioritise individual growth through a curriculum that balances national standards with Gospel values, ensuring every child feels valued and supported. Our dedicated staff deliver quality-first teaching, supported by intervention programs to address diverse learning needs. Wraparound care, including Breakfast Club and After School childcare, extends our commitment to family support.Safety and wellbeing are paramount, with safeguarding measures embedded in daily practice. As an inclusive community, we celebrate cultural heritage while preparing pupils to become confident, compassionate global citizens. Our partnerships with parents and the parish strengthen our mission to open doors to lifelong opportunities. Through metacognitive strategies and enriched learning experiences, we cultivate independent thinkers ready for future challenges. This ethos, combined with strong governance and statutory compliance, ensures sustained educational excellence.
Services
Catholic Primary Education
Breakfast Club
After School Care
Special Educational Needs Support
Curriculum Enrichment Programs
Highlights and features
- We integrate Catholic values with the National Curriculum for holistic development
- Our staff provide consistent quality-first teaching and personalised learning support
- Wraparound care available from 8:00am to 5:15pm during term time
- Strong safeguarding policies ensure child protection and wellbeing
- Inclusive community embracing diverse cultural and faith backgrounds
What people say
Nurturing atmosphere
Faith-centred values
Caring staff
Inclusive community
Strong safeguarding
Services
Catholic Primary Education
Our Catholic education combines National Curriculum requirements with Gospel values, fostering spiritual growth alongside academic achievement. Children develop critical thinking skills through a knowledge-rich curriculum enhanced by metacognitive strategies. The program prepares pupils for secondary education while nurturing their personal faith journey.
Breakfast Club
Operating 8:00-8:45am daily, our Breakfast Club provides supervised care with breakfast served until 8:25am. Qualified staff ensure children start their day safely, offering social interaction before classes. The 4 daily rate includes nutritious morning meals and structured transition to classroom learning.
After School Care
Available 3:15-5:15pm term-time, this childcare service offers structured activities and relaxation. Staff collect children from classrooms, providing snacks and drinks while supporting homework or play. The 6 daily rate includes supervised evening care in a familiar environment with school staff.
Special Educational Needs Support
Tailored interventions address diverse learning needs through individualised plans and specialist resources. Our SENCo coordinates support across curriculum areas while maintaining accessibility standards. Regular assessments ensure pupils receive appropriate scaffolding to achieve their full potential within mainstream education.
Curriculum Enrichment Programs
Themed weeks, educational visits and metacognitive training enhance classroom learning. Programs develop cultural capital through arts, sports, and global citizenship activities. These experiences reinforce academic knowledge while cultivating creativity, critical thinking and real-world application skills.
People
Miss Sinead Walsh
Interim Executive Headteacher
Experienced educational leader with proven track record in Catholic school leadership and curriculum development. Committed to nurturing pupil potential through faith-based education.
Mrs E Andrew
School Business Manager
Manages school operations with focus on financial stewardship and administrative excellence. Ensures smooth day-to-day running of Holy Cross Catholic Primary School.
Mr Alex Platt
SEN Coordinator
Specialist in inclusive education with expertise in adapting curriculum delivery for diverse learning needs. Oversees implementation of accessibility policies and SEN support frameworks.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We educate children aged 3-11 years, from Nursery through Year 6.
Is religious education compulsory?
Religious Education forms core part of our curriculum, though we respect diverse faith backgrounds.
What wraparound care options exist?
Breakfast Club 8:00-8:45am and After School Care 3:15-5:15pm, term-time only.
How do you support special educational needs?
We provide tailored interventions, specialist resources and individualised learning plans for SEN pupils.
What are your safeguarding procedures?
Robust child protection policies with trained staff ensure pupil safety across all school activities.
Do you offer free school meals?
Eligible pupils receive free meals while all children get free bagels at school entry.
