Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools
99%
Capacity
414
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools
Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Executive Head Gerida Montague & Co Headteacher Sarah Hendricks, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2266th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 42 in Southampton.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 60 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (32 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Gymnastics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools is one of the options available in the South East 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 | Mansel Road West, Southampton, Southampton, SO16 9LP |
| Headteacher | Executive Head Gerida Montague & Co Headteacher Sarah Hendricks |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.4% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (14 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2266th of 13,686
Nationally
304th of 2,034
In South East
6th of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
32 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
112
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% 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 - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools
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Contact Information
Mansel Road West, Southampton
Southampton, SO16 9LP
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