St Ignatius Catholic Primary School
URN: 138946 • Wakefield WF5 0DQ
Overview
- Name
- St Ignatius Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 138946
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BISHOP KONSTANT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Cooke (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01924271625
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Storrs Hill Road, Wakefield WF5 0DQ
Summary
St Ignatius Catholic Primary School, located in Wakefield, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 142 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 140. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where faith and learning are intertwined, guided by Catholic values and the teachings of Jesus. The ethos of the school emphasizes respect, resilience, and responsibility, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to their communities.
The curriculum at St Ignatius is designed to be rich, creative, and stimulating, encouraging pupils to achieve their personal best. The school works closely with the Diocese of Leeds and the Bishop Konstant Catholic Academy Trust to ensure that students not only excel academically but also grow in their faith and character.
Community involvement is highly valued at St Ignatius, with opportunities for parents and volunteers to engage in school life. The dedicated staff and governors strive to create a supportive atmosphere, making it a welcoming place for all families. For those considering secondary education, the school promotes local options, such as St Thomas à Becket Catholic Secondary School, known for its strong values and exceptional pastoral care.
The curriculum at St Ignatius is designed to be rich, creative, and stimulating, encouraging pupils to achieve their personal best. The school works closely with the Diocese of Leeds and the Bishop Konstant Catholic Academy Trust to ensure that students not only excel academically but also grow in their faith and character.
Community involvement is highly valued at St Ignatius, with opportunities for parents and volunteers to engage in school life. The dedicated staff and governors strive to create a supportive atmosphere, making it a welcoming place for all families. For those considering secondary education, the school promotes local options, such as St Thomas à Becket Catholic Secondary School, known for its strong values and exceptional pastoral care.
Useful links
- Governor Recruitment (governance)
- Academy Council & BKCAT Governance (governance)
- www.bkcat.co.uk/the-bkcat-jubilee-mass-for-governors-directors/ (governance)
- Share on Linked In (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Attendance & Absence (sen)
- Share on Linked In (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Wakefield
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BISHOP KONSTANT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 142
- Boys
- 74
- Girls
- 68
- FSM %
- 11.10
- Open date
- 2012-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 142 | 74 | 68 | 140 | 11.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 128 | 65 | 63 | 140 | 8.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 151 | 78 | 73 | 140 | 13.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 151 | 78 | 73 | 140 | 13.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 152 | 75 | 77 | 140 | 11.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 152 | 79 | 73 | 140 | 8.50 |
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