Corpus Christi Catholic Primary Academy
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Corpus Christi Catholic Primary Academy
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wolverhampton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Corpus Christi Catholic Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Wardle, it falls under Wolverhampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6801st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 60 in Wolverhampton.
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 15 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Corpus Christi Catholic Primary Academy include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wolverhampton, Corpus Christi Catholic Primary Academy is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Ashmore Avenue, Wednesfield, Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, WV11 2LT |
| Headteacher | Julie Wardle |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.1% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6801st of 13,686
Nationally
665th of 1,378
In West Midlands
32nd of 60
In Wolverhampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
35
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ashmore Avenue, Wednesfield, Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton, WV11 2LT
Ashmore Avenue, Wednesfield, Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton, WV11 2LT
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