St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
77%
Capacity
162
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 162 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Oliver Harper, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 14% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13618th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 72nd out of 73 in Calderdale.
St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 12 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy include Forest School, Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Netball, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A 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 | Furness Place, Halifax, Calderdale, HX2 8JY |
| Headteacher | Oliver Harper |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 162 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.9% |
| School Capacity | 162 / 210 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (14%)
13618th of 13,686
Nationally
1500th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
72nd of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
14%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
20%
'23/24
14%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
18
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Furness Place, Halifax
Calderdale, HX2 8JY
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