Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
93%
Capacity
196
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Cade, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11717th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 87th out of 97 in Wakefield.
Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 20 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, Holy Family and St Michael's 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Cobblers Lane, Pontefract, Wakefield, WF8 2HN |
| Headteacher | Claire Cade |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.0% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11717th of 13,686
Nationally
1271st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
87th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
45%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Cobblers Lane, Pontefract
Wakefield, WF8 2HN
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