English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

URN: 141595 • Wakefield WF2 9DD

Overview

Name
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
URN
141595
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
53.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Spencer (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01924299244
Website
Visit
Address
Dewsbury Road, Wakefield WF2 9DD

Summary

English Martyrs Catholic Primary School is a mixed voluntary academy located in Wakefield, serving 217 pupils with a capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where the Catholic faith is central to all aspects of school life. The ethos is built around eight core virtues: love, practical wisdom, temperance, justice, solidarity, courage, faith, and hope, which are integrated into the curriculum to support the personal development of each child.

The school offers a diverse curriculum enriched with various activities, including trips and workshops, to enhance learning experiences. A strong emphasis is placed on collaboration with partner schools within the BKCAT Trust, ensuring that teaching practices are informed by research and expert guidance. The school also has an active Eco and School Council, promoting student engagement and leadership.

Support for pupils is a priority, with a robust pastoral system in place to address any barriers to learning. English Martyrs aims to build strong partnerships between home, school, and parish, ensuring that every child feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

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
210
Pupils
217
Boys
98
Girls
119
FSM %
32.00
Open date
2014-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 217 98 119 210 32.00
2024-09-11 210 95 115 210 29.80
2023-09-11 216 94 122 210 27.70
2022-09-11 216 94 122 210 27.70
2021-09-11 213 104 109 210 27.30
2020-09-11 232 113 119 210 21.70

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