St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy
90%
Capacity
243
Pupils
2.1x
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 3 to 11. The school has 243 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 271 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Moulding, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4029th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 94 in Kirklees.
St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 25 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Drama, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Nova Lane, Batley, Kirklees, WF17 9LQ |
| Headteacher | Clare Moulding |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 243 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 243 / 271 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
4029th of 13,686
Nationally
406th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
23rd of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
71%
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
6Facilities 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
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 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.
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Contact Information
Nova Lane, Batley
Kirklees, WF17 9LQ
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