About St Finbar’s

St Finbar’s Catholic Primary School is a warm and vibrant learning community located in the heart of Dingle, Liverpool. We are a one-form entry Catholic school, and our mission statement, ‘In God’s love we learn and grow together’, sits at the heart of everything we do in our school. We are committed to nurturing the academic, social, emotional and spiritual development of every child. Our school provides an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to achieve, belong and thrive. Working in close partnership with families, our dedicated staff ensure that every child feels valued, supported and inspired to achieve their personal best.


Our Vision

At St Finbar’s, our vision is to empower learners to become confident, compassionate and resilient members of society. We strive to create a culture where children develop a lifelong love of learning through rich experiences, strong values and high expectations. Our aim is that every student leaves St Finbar’s equipped with the skills, knowledge and character to make a positive impact on the world.


Our Values — F.I.N.B.A.R.S

Our seven core values guide everything we do at St Finbar’s, with inclusion underpinning them all.

Together, they spell out our school name: FINBARS.

F – Friendship
We build strong, supportive relationships and treat others with kindness.

I – Independence
We encourage children to think for themselves, take initiative and thrive while developing confidence.

N – Nobility
We promote honesty, integrity and doing the right thing, even when it is difficult.

B – Bravery
We help children be courageous, take on challenges and persevere.

A – Aspiration
We inspire children to aim high, dream big and achieve their full potential.

R – Respect
We value everyone in our school community, celebrate differences and foster a sense of belonging.

S – Service
We encourage children to contribute positively to our school, local community and the wider world.