The Holy Family Catholic Primary School
About The Holy Family Catholic Primary School
The Holy Family Catholic Primary School in Welwyn Hatfield was rated Good in its most recent graded Ofsted inspection, a notable improvement from its previous rating of Requires Improvement. The inspection, which took place in 2016, gave the school Good marks for both leadership and management and early years provision. An ungraded inspection in October 2024 confirmed that standards have been maintained, offering reassurance to parents that the school continues to perform well. For a primary school serving children aged 3 to 11, this trajectory matters: it shows a school that has addressed earlier weaknesses and is now on a stable footing. The school’s Roman Catholic character shapes its identity, and with a headteacher in place, it has clear leadership direction.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Oct 2024Latest monitoring visit (16 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jan 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
School day
Teaching hours
09:00 – 15:15
Breakfast club
07:45-09:00
After-school care
15:15-17:30
Source: holyfamily.herts.sch.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
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