St Walburga's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
URN: 142947 • Shipley BD18 4RL
Overview
- Name
- St Walburga's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
- URN
- 142947
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BLESSED CHRISTOPHER WHARTON CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth Fearnley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01274531102
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Victoria Park, Shipley BD18 4RL
Summary
St Walburga's Catholic Primary School, located in Shipley, Bradford, is a mixed voluntary academy with a current enrolment of 227 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 236. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where every child is valued as a unique individual. Guided by Christian values, the school promotes virtues such as love, courage, and wisdom, encouraging students to develop a strong moral compass and a sense of community.
The curriculum at St Walburga's is designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning, with a focus on creating independent and resilient learners. The school prioritises the well-being and mental health of its pupils, ensuring a safe and supportive atmosphere conducive to academic and personal growth. Staff members are dedicated to providing high-quality education and are equipped to deliver a balanced curriculum that meets the diverse needs of all students.
St Walburga's actively engages with the local parish and wider community, reinforcing its mission of "Putting Others First." The school aims to prepare children for life in a diverse society by promoting inclusivity and equality, while also celebrating their unique gifts and achievements.
The curriculum at St Walburga's is designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning, with a focus on creating independent and resilient learners. The school prioritises the well-being and mental health of its pupils, ensuring a safe and supportive atmosphere conducive to academic and personal growth. Staff members are dedicated to providing high-quality education and are equipped to deliver a balanced curriculum that meets the diverse needs of all students.
St Walburga's actively engages with the local parish and wider community, reinforcing its mission of "Putting Others First." The school aims to prepare children for life in a diverse society by promoting inclusivity and equality, while also celebrating their unique gifts and achievements.
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Nearby alternatives
- Baildon CofE Primary School (75.8)
- Saltaire Primary School (64.4)
- St Anthony's Catholic Primary School (62.0)
- Hoyle Court Primary School (60.8)
- Sandal Primary School (60.4)
Key details
- LA
- Bradford
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BLESSED CHRISTOPHER WHARTON CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 236
- Pupils
- 227
- Boys
- 117
- Girls
- 110
- FSM %
- 12.40
- Open date
- 2016-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-07-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 227 | 117 | 110 | 236 | 12.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 235 | 122 | 113 | 236 | 13.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 232 | 124 | 108 | 236 | 13.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 232 | 124 | 108 | 236 | 13.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 227 | 125 | 102 | 236 | 13.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 231 | 126 | 105 | 236 | 10.20 |
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