St Anthony's Catholic Primary Academy
109%
Capacity
342
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Anthony's Catholic Primary Academy
St Anthony's Catholic Primary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wolverhampton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 342 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Anthony's Catholic Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher T Davis, it falls under Wolverhampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4349th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 60 in Wolverhampton.
St Anthony's Catholic Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 39 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 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 St Anthony's Catholic Primary Academy include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wolverhampton, St Anthony's Catholic Primary 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Stafford Road, Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, WV10 6NW |
| Headteacher | T Davis |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Number of Pupils | 342 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.5% |
| School Capacity | 342 / 315 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4349th of 13,686
Nationally
427th of 1,378
In West Midlands
18th of 60
In Wolverhampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
70%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anthony's Catholic Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Stafford Road, Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton, WV10 6NW
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