Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy
90%
Capacity
216
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 216 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charlotte Lynch, it falls under Leicester 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 3536th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 68 in Leicester.
Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 21 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 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 Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Football, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the East 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Harrison Road, Leicester, Leicester, LE4 6QN |
| Headteacher | Charlotte Lynch |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.1% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 240 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3536th of 13,686
Nationally
308th of 1,353
In East Midlands
15th of 68
In Leicester
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
73%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Harrison Road, Leicester
Leicester, LE4 6QN
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