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We combine official data sources and our methodology to highlight consistent performance. Use filters to personalise results based on what matters to your family.

Are all St. Helens neighbourhoods included?

Yes. We group schools by their locality field so you can quickly scan areas and their nearby schools. All sections are expanded by default on this page.

Why do results differ from Ofsted-only lists?

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2026 Best Secondary Schools in St. Helens Area

St. Helens secondary schools deliver consistent results across a diverse range of communities, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 6.6/10, Good band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy, Outwood Academy Haydock, and are among the highest-performing options, achieving an average Attainment 8 score of 42 compared to England's 39. With 3 schools serving the borough, families in Rainford, Eccleston, Sutton, and Newton-le-Willows have access to well-established local schools with strong community ties between Liverpool and Manchester. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.

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Top schools in St. Helens

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St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy
Blackbrook
Outwood Academy Haydock
Haydock
De La Salle School
Eccleston