St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
URN: 141480 • Halifax HX2 8JY
Overview
- Name
- St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
- URN
- 141480
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BLESSED PETER SNOW CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 37.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mary Hodges (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01422244628
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Furness Place, Halifax HX2 8JY
Summary
St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, located in Halifax, is a mixed voluntary academy with a current enrolment of 162 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school serves a diverse community and has a significant proportion of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and support for all families.
The school's mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and personally. St Malachy's emphasizes the importance of collaboration between home and school, encouraging parental involvement in the educational journey. The dedicated staff aim to equip students with the skills and confidence needed to become respectful and independent citizens.
St Malachy's is part of a growing trust of Catholic schools, benefiting from shared expertise and resources. The school offers an engaging curriculum and hosts events such as open afternoons for prospective families, fostering a welcoming community atmosphere. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
The school's mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and personally. St Malachy's emphasizes the importance of collaboration between home and school, encouraging parental involvement in the educational journey. The dedicated staff aim to equip students with the skills and confidence needed to become respectful and independent citizens.
St Malachy's is part of a growing trust of Catholic schools, benefiting from shared expertise and resources. The school offers an engaging curriculum and hosts events such as open afternoons for prospective families, fostering a welcoming community atmosphere. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
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Nearby alternatives
- Northowram Primary School (77.1)
- All Saints' CofE Primary School (73.9)
- The Greetland Academy (73.4)
- Parkinson Lane Community Primary School (72.6)
- Copley Primary School (72.2)
Key details
- LA
- Calderdale
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BLESSED PETER SNOW CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 162
- Boys
- 81
- Girls
- 81
- FSM %
- 59.90
- Open date
- 2014-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 162 | 81 | 81 | 210 | 59.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 171 | 87 | 84 | 210 | 57.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 169 | 88 | 81 | 210 | 62.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 169 | 88 | 81 | 210 | 62.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 176 | 84 | 92 | 210 | 55.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 187 | 90 | 97 | 210 | 41.90 |
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