Holy Family Catholic Primary School

URN: 145995 • Benfleet SS7 5PX

Overview

Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Daniel Craft (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01268792231
Website
Visit
Address
Kents Hill Road, Benfleet SS7 5PX

Summary

Holy Family Catholic Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Benfleet, Essex, with a current enrolment of 228 pupils and a capacity of 232. Established in 1965 by the Sisters of Mercy, the school is deeply rooted in its Catholic ethos, aiming to nurture both the hearts and minds of its students through a supportive and compassionate environment. The school’s mission statement reflects this commitment: "United in God's love, through learning and play, we nurture hearts and minds as we welcome all into our family."

The school offers a well-rounded curriculum across seven classes, with facilities including a fully equipped P.E. hall, a kitchen for daily meal preparation, and a heated outdoor swimming pool. A nursery is also available for children aged 3-4 years. Strong links with the local parish are maintained, with regular Masses and liturgical services, fostering a sense of community and spiritual growth among students and families.

Holy Family Catholic Primary School is dedicated to providing a high-quality education, as evidenced by its recent "Good" rating from Ofsted in February 2023. The school encourages parental involvement and offers open days for prospective families to explore its nurturing environment.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ASSISI CATHOLIC TRUST
Capacity
232
Pupils
228
Boys
121
Girls
107
FSM %
14.90
Open date
2018-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 228 121 107 232 14.90
2024-09-11 224 118 106 232 17.10
2023-09-11 201 105 96 232 17.60
2022-09-11 201 105 96 232 17.60
2021-09-11 182 93 89 232 15.40
2020-09-11 206 96 110 232 11.20

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