Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy
Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Leeds community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Gibbons, it falls under Leeds local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3525th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 204 in Leeds.
Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 26 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leeds, Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Otley Old Road, LEEDS, Leeds, LS16 6NF |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Gibbons |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.2% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3525th of 13,686
Nationally
346th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
48th of 204
In Leeds
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
72%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
99
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Otley Old Road, LEEDS
Leeds, LS16 6NF
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