Holy Family Catholic Primary School
98%
Capacity
228
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Castle Point community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 232 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Family Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Craft, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12000th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 19 in Castle Point.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 18 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 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, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Athletics, Dance, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Castle Point, Holy Family Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | Kents Hill Road, Benfleet, Castle Point, SS7 5PX |
| Headteacher | Daniel Craft |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.9% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 232 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12000th of 13,686
Nationally
1355th of 1,612
In East of England
18th of 19
In Castle Point
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
43%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
64
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% 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
Kents Hill Road, Benfleet
Castle Point, SS7 5PX
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