Seven years I spent in this school, learning my times tables, perfecting my handwriting, avoiding…read moresports days, and eating packed lunch in the grotty dinner centre that smelled of hot cheese. The school is divided into two buildings, and essentially three areas: reception children are effectively segregated from the burly year-ones and "tops". For years 3-6, children go up to "juniors". There is also a nursery available through the week. The headteacher and many of the school teachers have changed since I was there, so I can't comment on teaching standards. With regards to the school building itself, there have been some improvements with new entrance doors, an enhanced play area, and new dining facilities. The building was decrepit when I attended school here; with smashed window, exposed brick work and a dirty, positively dangerous playing field, it needed more than a lick of paint. St Edmunds is quite a large school and accepts children from outside of the area and christian denomination, besides those of St Edmund's and/or St Thomas's parish. While I myself represent the progeny of this school, there is some stigma attached to St Edmund's and St Thomas's relating to the sector of society it welcomes or rather, acquires. Many feel it is one of the least respected schools,that is less exclusive- less posh, basically. I don't know whether that's fair to say, in my opinion it is true to some extent but not necessarily a disadvantage.

good school for children, one of the bestread more

My child learnt nothing in this school they didn't address her Sen they did nothing for my child…read moreexcept damage her education. I know a child in Yr 6 who struggles to spell, this school is a terrible school.

brilliant school, new headteacher has made this school astonishing.Good on him.But also the…read moreteachers are amazin, kind hearted and just sweet souls.

I attended a Catholic Volutary Aided State School between the ages 16-18 at St. Edward's College…read more6th Form, Sandfield Park to study my A-Levels. During my time there, I literally studied till I dropped! By word of mouth, I heard that I was attending one of the top Schools in Liverpool, so I had to brace myself for the amount of home work and extra activities I was involved in. This did put me under a lot of pressure as stress levels were inevitibly high during those years. However, if it had not been for St. Eddie's (as some call it), I would probably not have achieved my full potential. The School is located in quite a peaceful surrounding and when you enter the site, it has this classic School look about it with long corridors, a huge playing field and even a swimming pool (which was a bonus). The 6th Form building is pleasantly decorated in a building of heritage that the School has preserved. Its interior walls are painted in lovely pink too! Each classroom in the Upper School fits an average of 20 pupils and they have a wide range of facilites to benefit from, throughout the institution. There are also a couple of common rooms where you can eat and chat to friends in a controlled environment. If you are a parent and have a child or you are of the post-16 criteria, look no further than St. Edward's College.

St John's primary school is tucked away behind the burgeoning St Edmund's and St Thomas'. While it…read moreis much smaller, St John's is compact, it offers all the essential teaching requirements in a modern building,and the school grounds are more than adequate. Moreover, the scale of the school demands an intimate student/teacher relationship and enables relationships to build throughout the school life of the child. There are lots of extra curricular activities available here: dance and drama; athletics, netball and cricket, calligraphy and Wayfarers Bible activities amongst others.

My daughter attended this school from 10 months old until she was almost 4 (due to start big…read moreschool!) I haven't a bad word to say about this school. The children are always happy and close bonds between them are created. The staff are lovely, warm and you feel safe in the knowledge that your child is being cared for by well trained staff who not only care for your children but also educate them in a way that prepares them for school. If I have any more children in future I will not hesitate with putting my child forward to attend this school. I wish all the staff and children the best of luck and we will miss them all very much.