Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery
93%
Capacity
224
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery
Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 224 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Rooney, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4655th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 47 in Knowsley.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 28 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 4 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 & Nursery include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Rounders, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery is one of the options available in the North 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Hall Lane, Widnes, Knowsley, WA8 5DW |
| Headteacher | Helen Rooney |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 224 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.8% |
| School Capacity | 224 / 240 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4655th of 13,686
Nationally
673rd of 2,065
In North West
13th of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
69%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% 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 & Nursery
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Contact Information
Hall Lane, Widnes
Knowsley, WA8 5DW
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