Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
URN: 105087 • Birkenhead CH41 7DU
Overview
- Name
- Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 105087
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 48.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Clare Higgins (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01516528454
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Gautby Road, Birkenhead CH41 7DU
Summary
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Birkenhead, Wirral, catering to a mixed-gender population of 181 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school is deeply rooted in Catholic values, which inform its ethos and curriculum, aiming to foster spiritual growth alongside academic excellence. The school emphasizes the importance of a calm and caring environment where children can learn and develop as reflective individuals.
The school prioritises the role of parents in supporting their children's education and well-being, encouraging active participation in school policies that promote safety, positive behaviour, and effective communication. Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is committed to creating an inclusive atmosphere that celebrates each child's uniqueness, helping them to explore their potential and develop a lifelong love for learning.
Safeguarding is a key focus at Holy Cross, ensuring that all children feel safe and supported within the school community. The school implements various measures to promote well-being, including anti-bullying initiatives and e-safety protocols, reinforcing its commitment to providing a secure and nurturing learning environment for every pupil.
The school prioritises the role of parents in supporting their children's education and well-being, encouraging active participation in school policies that promote safety, positive behaviour, and effective communication. Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is committed to creating an inclusive atmosphere that celebrates each child's uniqueness, helping them to explore their potential and develop a lifelong love for learning.
Safeguarding is a key focus at Holy Cross, ensuring that all children feel safe and supported within the school community. The school implements various measures to promote well-being, including anti-bullying initiatives and e-safety protocols, reinforcing its commitment to providing a secure and nurturing learning environment for every pupil.
Useful links
- GOVERNORS (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- PARENTS GUIDE TO PROVISION (sen)
- SEND SCHOOL OFFER (sen)
- TERM DATES 2025 2026 (download)
- TERM DATES 2024 2025 (download)
- ADMISSIONS (other)
- INCLUSION QUALITY MARK FLAGSHIP AWARD (other)
- POLICIES (other)
- Virtual School Tour (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Wirral
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 181
- Boys
- 91
- Girls
- 90
- FSM %
- 78.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 181 | 91 | 90 | 210 | 78.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 171 | 83 | 88 | 210 | 75.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 142 | 65 | 77 | 210 | 69.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 142 | 65 | 77 | 210 | 69.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 143 | 66 | 77 | 210 | 68.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 147 | 70 | 77 | 210 | 66.70 |
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