St Christopher's Catholic Primary Academy
93%
Capacity
195
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About St Christopher's Catholic Primary Academy
St Christopher's Catholic Primary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the South Staffordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 195 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Christopher's Catholic Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karl Babarczi, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2693rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 18 in South Staffordshire.
St Christopher's Catholic Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 27 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
St Christopher's Catholic Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 82% recommending the school (33 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Christopher's Catholic Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Athletics, Football, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Staffordshire, St Christopher'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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Wolverhampton Road, Wolverhampton, South Staffordshire, WV8 1PF |
| Headteacher | Karl Babarczi |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 195 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.9% |
| School Capacity | 195 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2693rd of 13,686
Nationally
269th of 1,378
In West Midlands
7th of 18
In South Staffordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Christopher's Catholic Primary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Wolverhampton Road, Wolverhampton
South Staffordshire, WV8 1PF
Wolverhampton Road, Wolverhampton
South Staffordshire, WV8 1PF
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