English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
103%
Capacity
217
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Spencer, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4304th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 97 in Wakefield.
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 23 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 4 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Dewsbury Road, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF2 9DD |
| Headteacher | Sarah Spencer |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.0% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 210 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4304th of 13,686
Nationally
430th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
37th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
70%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dewsbury Road, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF2 9DD
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