St Austin's Catholic Primary School
Voluntary aided primary school in St Helens (St. Helens).
Location
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It is with great excitement and heartfelt anticipation that I introduce myself as the new Headteacher of St Austin's Catholic Primary School from September.
From the moment I first encountered St Austin s, I was struck by the strength of its community, the warmth of its welcome, and the beautiful mission that guides its every step: St Austin's is like a star where the light inside each one of us shines brightly.
It is a privilege to be joining a school with such a strong sense of identity, where faith, compassion, and aspiration are at the heart of all we do. At St Austin s, we believe every child is a unique and precious individual, full of potential and capable of great things.
Together, as a team and as a family, we strive to nurture that light in each of our children encouraging them to grow in confidence, in wisdom, and in faith. Our school is a place where talents are celebrated, kindness is valued, and everyone is supported to be the very best they can be, following the path of Jesus.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
13 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Climbing
- Computing
- Cricket
- Drama
- Hockey
- Music
- Photography
- Rugby
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Yoga
- Football
- Talk Boost
Awards
3 awardsiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- ArtsmarkArts and culture
- Eco SchoolsEnvironment
- Healthy SchoolsHealth and wellbeing
Key facts
- URN
- 104806
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Catholic
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- Has Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- St. Helens
- Constituency
- St Helens South and Whiston
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (7 current, 4 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Mike Burke | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2020 · until 2028 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Frank Myers | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mr Gary Anders | Governor | Nominated by LA and appointed by GB | since 2025 · until 2026 ends 2026 |
| Gemma Oakdene | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Frances Rogan | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2022 · until 2026 ends 2026 |
| Mr Kevin Crooks | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2019 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Emma Hampson | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2019 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Reverend Deacon Kevin Former | Governor | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2022 · term ended 2026 |
| Mr Brian Bielby Former | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2022 · term ended 2026 |
| Mr Gary Anders Former | Governor | Appointed by LA | since 2021 · term ended 2025 |
| Mr Austin Kerr Former | Governor | Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable) | since 2018 · term ended 2026 |
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