St Ignatius Catholic Primary School
101%
Capacity
142
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Ignatius Catholic Primary School
St Ignatius Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 142 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 140 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Ignatius Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Cooke, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9268th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 68th out of 97 in Wakefield.
St Ignatius Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 14 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
St Ignatius Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 12 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 72% recommending the school (36 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Ignatius Catholic Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Science Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, St Ignatius Catholic Primary School 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 | Storrs Hill Road, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF5 0DQ |
| Headteacher | Helen Cooke |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 142 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.1% |
| School Capacity | 142 / 140 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Nov 2024): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9268th of 13,686
Nationally
989th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
68th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
36 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
29
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Ignatius Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Storrs Hill Road, Wakefield
Wakefield, WF5 0DQ
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