Want to find out more?  Thinking about September?  Just moved into the area?

Book your private tour today with our Head Teacher, Mrs. Edward by emailing head@sps.sefton.school or calling 01704535737 to book an individual appointment. 

Discover our school in action,  learn about our values, meet the dedicated staff  who work so hard to make our community shine.   Ask questions, see learning in action and explore our indoor and outdoor learning spaces.  Enjoy real conversations with our children, they will tell you how proud they are of their school. 

Call today to find out what makes St Philip's Sparkle!  We can't wait to meet you!

A Welcome from the Head Teacher.

St Philip’s is a wonderfully warm, safe and happy school where children thrive and families feel welcomed and involved in their child’s learning. The wellbeing of every child and family sits at the heart of all we do. We know our families well, and we value the precious partnership that exists between home and school.

We are a one‑form‑entry Church of England primary school close to Southport’s vibrant town centre. We welcome children of all faiths, of no faith, and those exploring faith. We teach and model respect, tolerance and compassion and we treasure our close relationships with our church and wider community partners. Our vision is simple and lived out daily: Christ in everything we do.

We were delighted that Ofsted judged us Good in March 2023, and that our SIAMS inspection graded us Excellent in all areas. Inspectors recognised our commitment to developing the whole child, the exceptional attitudes our pupils show every day, and the nurturing, values‑driven culture that enables them to flourish.

Our children achieve exceptionally well. We are proud of the consistently strong academic outcomes across the school, with pupils making excellent progress and attaining highly in reading, writing and mathematics. Our high expectations, carefully sequenced curriculum and strong teaching ensure that every child is supported and challenged to reach their full potential.  Our curriculum is broad and exciting and  is enriched with memorable experiences, including educational visits, workshops, theatre groups, musicians and inspiring guest speakers.

Children’s personal development and wellbeing are central to our offer. From our “Rise and Shine” breakfast club to Fun4Kidz after-school care—and the many activities in between, we support our pupils throughout the whole day. Our experienced staff teach and support in a trauma‑informed way so that every child feels safe, valued and ready to learn. We foster a culture grounded in love, forgiveness and reconciliation, and behaviour at our school is excellent.

Our inclusive ethos and high aspirations extend to every child, whether academically, creatively or personally. We aim for "life in all its fullness" for all members of our school family.

Through fundraising and community projects, our pupils learn to be thoughtful, responsible Agents of  Change. They support local care homes, develop their own “Social Signature,” and use their voice confidently to make a difference.

We hold a wide range of awards, including History Mark, Picture News, Parliamentary Ambassador School, Eco School and Green Flag, Music Mark, as well as the Gold School Games award. These reflect the vibrant, ambitious learning environment we provide. We are also proud participants in the Children’s University programme, with pupils celebrating their achievements at graduation ceremonies at Edge Hill University.

St Philip’s is a special place, full of joy, ambition and belonging. We would love to welcome you to visit us so you can meet our children and team, and experience for yourself the warmth, excellence and aspiration of our school community.

Sandie Edward
Head Teacher