St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy
98%
Capacity
410
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy
St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 410 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Holmes, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5040th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 94 in Kirklees.
St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 60 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Netball, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, St Patrick'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 | George Avenue, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD2 2BJ |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Holmes |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 410 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.1% |
| School Capacity | 410 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 May 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5040th of 13,686
Nationally
517th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
29th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
68%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
113
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 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 Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy
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Contact Information
George Avenue, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD2 2BJ
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