St Ambrose Catholic Academy

About St Ambrose Catholic Academy

St Ambrose Catholic Academy is a vibrant, dynamic and successful primary school in Speke. We provide an exceptional Catholic education for students across Liverpool.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs C Harris

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 24 responses • 11.8% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

79.2% positive 20.8% negative

My child feels safe at this school

91.6% positive 8.3% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

79.1% positive 16.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

83.4% positive 12.5% negative

My child does well at this school

83.3% positive 8.4% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 24 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

9.3

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

24.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily B

Parent Oct 12, 2022

5.0

"Excellent Education and Facilities!"

We've been so impressed with St Ambrose Catholic Academy. My daughter loves the weekly music sessions and the staff are always supportive. The facilities are modern and clean, making it a great environment for her to learn.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah J

Parent Feb 20, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

My child is still young, but I've noticed some strengths and weaknesses. The school's focus on phonics has helped her reading skills, but sometimes I feel the class sizes are a bit large. Overall, I'm hopeful for the future.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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David M

Parent Jun 15, 2021

4.0

"Great Experience, Would Recommend"

Both my children attended St Ambrose and we had a great experience. The school's commitment to Catholic values and community service is admirable. The teachers were always approachable and the school's pastoral care was excellent.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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