St Matthew's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

URN: 148478 • Bradford BD15 7NE

Overview

Name
St Matthew's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
URN
148478
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
n/a
Ranking score
39.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Whitehead (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01274541737
Website
Visit
Address
Saffron Drive, Bradford BD15 7NE

Summary

St Matthew's Catholic Primary School, located in Bradford, is a mixed voluntary academy with a current enrolment of 224 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 240. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where each child is valued as a unique individual. The ethos is deeply rooted in Catholic values, encouraging students to embody qualities such as love, forgiveness, and compassion, as reflected in their mission statement, "Come Follow Me – Be the best that I can be."

The curriculum at St Matthew's aims to provide a well-rounded education, focusing not only on academic achievement but also on personal growth and moral development. The school places a strong emphasis on the religious life of the community, integrating faith into daily activities and learning experiences.

St Matthew's also prioritises community engagement and support, with initiatives that involve parents and local stakeholders. The leadership team, led by Headteacher Mr P Whitehead, is dedicated to creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere, ensuring that all children can thrive and leave with fond memories of their time at the school.

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
240
Pupils
224
Boys
103
Girls
121
FSM %
29.00
Open date
2023-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 224 103 121 240 29.00
2024-09-11 229 108 121 240 27.90
2023-09-11 210

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