Holy Spirit Catholic Academy
63%
Capacity
164
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Holy Spirit Catholic Academy
Holy Spirit Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 164 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Spirit Catholic Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsey Chellew, it falls under Sefton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12739th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 59 in Sefton.
Holy Spirit Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 14 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
Holy Spirit Catholic Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (14 responses).
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 Spirit Catholic Academy include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 69.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Holy Spirit Catholic Academy 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Poulsom Drive, Holy Spirit Catholic Academy Poulsom Drive, Bootle, Sefton, L30 2NR |
| Headteacher | Lindsey Chellew |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 164 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 69.8% |
| School Capacity | 164 / 262 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12739th of 13,686
Nationally
1898th of 2,065
In North West
53rd of 59
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
14 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Spirit Catholic Academy
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Contact Information
Poulsom Drive, Holy Spirit Catholic Academy Poulsom Drive, Bootle
Sefton, L30 2NR
Poulsom Drive, Holy Spirit Catholic Academy Poulsom Drive, Bootle
Sefton, L30 2NR
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