The Holy Family Catholic School
URN: 107428 • Keighley BD20 6LH
Overview
- Name
- The Holy Family Catholic School
- URN
- 107428
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Serious Weaknesses
- Ranking score
- 34.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- S Mather (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley BD20 6LH
Summary
The Holy Family Catholic School, located in Keighley, is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school catering to students aged 11-18. With a current enrollment of 894 pupils and a capacity of 992, the school serves the local parishes and communities, including those in Haworth and Skipton. The school is committed to providing a contemporary education grounded in traditional gospel values, aiming to inspire students to achieve academic excellence while fostering moral responsibility and compassion.
The curriculum at The Holy Family focuses on holistic development, encouraging students to explore their talents through a range of extracurricular activities. The dedicated staff strive to support each student’s academic journey while prioritising their emotional wellbeing through excellent pastoral care. The school’s ethos emphasizes respect, kindness, and a sense of community, ensuring that all students are valued and nurtured as they prepare for life beyond school.
The Holy Family also places importance on inclusivity and support for students with special educational needs, adhering to local policies and providing necessary accommodations during examinations. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and the school offers various resources to assist families in navigating challenges related to safety, mental health, and wellbeing.
The curriculum at The Holy Family focuses on holistic development, encouraging students to explore their talents through a range of extracurricular activities. The dedicated staff strive to support each student’s academic journey while prioritising their emotional wellbeing through excellent pastoral care. The school’s ethos emphasizes respect, kindness, and a sense of community, ensuring that all students are valued and nurtured as they prepare for life beyond school.
The Holy Family also places importance on inclusivity and support for students with special educational needs, adhering to local policies and providing necessary accommodations during examinations. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and the school offers various resources to assist families in navigating challenges related to safety, mental health, and wellbeing.
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Nearby alternatives
- South Craven School (65.8)
- Carlton Keighley (55.2)
- Oakbank School (50.2)
- Greenhead High School (45.2)
- South Craven School, the Technology and Engineering College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bradford
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 992
- Pupils
- 894
- Boys
- 438
- Girls
- 456
- FSM %
- 26.00
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- 2022-07-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-07-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 894 | 438 | 456 | 992 | 26.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 894 | 438 | 456 | 992 | 26.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 894 | 438 | 456 | 992 | 26.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 894 | 438 | 456 | 992 | 26.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 909 | 450 | 459 | 989 | 22.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 902 | 445 | 457 | 989 | 17.50 |
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