Holy Family Catholic Primary School
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Holy Family Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marie Hilton, it falls under Sefton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9474th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 59 in Sefton.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 15 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 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 Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Holy Family Catholic Primary School 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Norwood Crescent, Southport, Sefton, PR9 7DU |
| Headteacher | Marie Hilton |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.0% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9474th of 13,686
Nationally
1376th of 2,065
In North West
38th of 59
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
55%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
49
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% 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
Norwood Crescent, Southport
Sefton, PR9 7DU
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