Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy
100%
Capacity
420
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy
Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 420 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sophie Adams, it falls under York local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5477th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 47 in York.
Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 52 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 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 Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Book Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Hamilton Drive, York, York, YO24 4JW |
| Headteacher | Sophie Adams |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 420 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.1% |
| School Capacity | 420 / 420 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5477th of 13,686
Nationally
563rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
18th of 47
In York
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
67%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Hamilton Drive, York
York, YO24 4JW
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