Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Cobblers Lane, Pontefract, WF8 2HNOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Pontefract for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 155 schools in Wakefield. It ranks 24th of 33 primary schools in Pontefract. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2011.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 16 May 2011, report published 20 June 2011
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 27 September 2022
This is a warm and welcoming school. Staff have high expectations of pupils' behaviour. Pupils respond positively to these expectations. They feel safe and report any worries to staff. Staff deal with any concerns pupils have quickly and effectively. The school's values of respect, courtesy, patience and forgiveness are demonstrated by the majority of pupils. Behaviour at social times is usually calm and positive. Bullying is rare. Occasionally, some boys do not let some girls join in with football. Staff know pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) well. They are nurtured and thrive with the support they are given. Children in the early years are well cared for. They learn to read quickly. Their learning in early mathematics is also strong. A variety of extra-curricular clubs are available. These cover various sports as well as chess, comic club and singing. Leaders update the extra-curricular clubs on offer each term. Pupils apply to be a part of 'Mini-Vinnies', the pupil version of the church charity, within school eagerly. They undertake charitable activities regularly, including a recent visit to share lunch with older residents in the community. Pupils contribute to the active school council willingly.
What the school should improve
- Leaders have recently introduced a new curriculum. Pupils do not remember some of the previous curriculum, particularly in history and geography. Pupils have gaps and misconceptions. Leaders should ensure that these gaps in knowledge are identified and addressed.
- Subject leaders are highly knowledgeable but do not have sufficient opportunities to train and support other staff. Teachers' curriculum knowledge is generally strong but is weaker in a small number of subjects. Leaders should ensure that subject leaders have sufficient time to train and support staff so that all subjects are consistently well implemented.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
26 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
199 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree Academy | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 49% met the expected standard |
| De Lacy Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 80% met the expected standard |
| St Giles C of E Academy | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 78% met the expected standard |
| Orchard Head Junior and Infant and Nursery School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 89% met the expected standard |
| The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 73% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THE BISHOP KONSTANT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Claire Cade
- Phone
- 01977798303
- Address
- Cobblers Lane, Pontefract, WF8 2HN
- Local authority
- Wakefield
- URN
- 141594
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.