St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy
94%
Capacity
263
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the York community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 263 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 280 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Keith, it falls under York local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3399th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 47 in York.
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 32 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in York, St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic 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 | Monkgate, York, York, YO31 7PB |
| Headteacher | Helen Keith |
| Local Authority | York |
| Number of Pupils | 263 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.6% |
| School Capacity | 263 / 280 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3399th of 13,686
Nationally
337th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
11th of 47
In York
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
73%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 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 Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Monkgate, York
York, YO31 7PB
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