St Columba's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

URN: 148258 • Bradford BD4 9PY

Overview

Name
St Columba's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
URN
148258
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
53.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Judith Kelby (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01274681961
Website
Visit
Address
Tong Street, Bradford BD4 9PY

Summary

St Columba's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy located in Bradford, serves a mixed-gender population of 414 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 389. The school is committed to nurturing a faith-filled community where every child is valued as a unique individual. Rooted in Catholic social teaching, the school emphasizes virtues such as justice, attentiveness, love, wisdom, and courage, which guide students in their daily lives.

The curriculum at St Columba's is designed to inspire students through excellent teaching and rich experiences, fostering positive relationships among pupils, families, and the wider community. The school offers a Breakfast Club and After School Care to support working families, with pre-booking and payment required for these services.

St Columba's aims to empower its pupils to contribute positively to society, promoting a just and hopeful future. The school actively engages with parents and the community to ensure that every child flourishes in a supportive environment. For more information, visit their website at www.stcolumbas.bradford.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BLESSED CHRISTOPHER WHARTON CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
389
Pupils
414
Boys
230
Girls
184
FSM %
39.30
Open date
2021-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-01-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 414 230 184 389 39.30
2024-09-11 420 225 195 389 41.80
2023-09-11 401 189 212 389 37.60
2022-09-11 401 189 212 389 37.60
2021-09-11 389

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