Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy
85%
Capacity
185
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy
Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the East Staffordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 185 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 217 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marie Dyche, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12847th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 23 in East Staffordshire.
Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 28 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 75% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy include Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Book Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Staffordshire, Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | Alexandra Road, Burton-on-Trent, East Staffordshire, DE15 0JE |
| Headteacher | Marie Dyche |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 185 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.7% |
| School Capacity | 185 / 217 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12847th of 13,686
Nationally
1314th of 1,378
In West Midlands
22nd of 23
In East Staffordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
35%
'23/24
37%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
12 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
38
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Alexandra Road, Burton-on-Trent
East Staffordshire, DE15 0JE
Alexandra Road, Burton-on-Trent
East Staffordshire, DE15 0JE
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