St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy
92%
Capacity
276
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 Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 276 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Philip Glover, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8185th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 94 in Kirklees.
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 25 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (12 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 Mary's Catholic Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Forest School, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Swimming, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Drama, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Upton Street, Batley, Kirklees, WF17 8PH |
| Headteacher | Philip Glover |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 276 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.4% |
| School Capacity | 276 / 300 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8185th of 13,686
Nationally
865th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
54th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
12 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% 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
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Upton Street, Batley
Kirklees, WF17 8PH
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