Holy Family Catholic Primary School
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the South Gloucestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Holy Family Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Will Harding, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1678th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Family Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Dance, Netball, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, Holy Family Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the South West 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 | Amberley Road, Holy Family School, Patchway, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS34 6BY |
| Headteacher | Will Harding |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.1% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1678th of 13,686
Nationally
149th of 1,469
In South West
8th of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
79%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Family Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Amberley Road, Holy Family School, Patchway, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS34 6BY
Amberley Road, Holy Family School, Patchway, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS34 6BY
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