St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy
91%
Capacity
287
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Calderdale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 287 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jenna Walker, it falls under Calderdale local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7858th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 73 in Calderdale.
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 31 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (15 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Mary's Catholic Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Rounders, Tennis, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Drama, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Calderdale, St Mary's Catholic Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Swires Road, Halifax, Calderdale, HX1 2ER |
| Headteacher | Jenna Walker |
| Local Authority | Calderdale |
| Number of Pupils | 287 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.5% |
| School Capacity | 287 / 315 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7858th of 13,686
Nationally
829th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
38th of 73
In Calderdale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Swires Road, Halifax
Calderdale, HX1 2ER
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