Holy Family Catholic Primary School
112%
Capacity
235
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 235 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Family Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Peter McQuillen Strong, it falls under Leeds 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 4414th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 67th out of 204 in Leeds.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 30 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Holy Family Catholic Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Football, Dance, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Drama, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Holy Family Catholic Primary School 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 | Parliament Road, Leeds, Leeds, LS12 2LH |
| Headteacher | Peter McQuillen Strong |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 235 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.3% |
| School Capacity | 235 / 210 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4414th of 13,686
Nationally
444th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
67th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
96
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% 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
Parliament Road, Leeds
Leeds, LS12 2LH
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