Barkston Ash Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
URN: 150419 • Tadcaster LS24 9PS
Overview
- Name
- Barkston Ash Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
- URN
- 150419
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BISHOP WHEELER CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 41.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Vikki Vaughan (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01937557373
- Website
- Visit Barkston Ash Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy website
- Address
-
London Road, Tadcaster LS24 9PS
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Summary
Barkston Ash Catholic Primary School, located in Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, is a Voluntary Academy that has been serving its community since 1856. With a mixed-gender enrolment of 139 pupils, the school prides itself on its strong Catholic ethos, encapsulated in its motto, "With God's guidance, we grow and learn." The school welcomes children from diverse backgrounds and is committed to nurturing their unique talents while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
The curriculum at Barkston Ash is designed to promote spiritual, academic, and personal development, encouraging pupils to develop self-belief and confidence. The dedicated staff provide well-planned lessons and a range of enrichment activities that enhance the learning experience. The school places a strong emphasis on the values of respect, emotional intelligence, and social confidence, preparing students for the modern world.
Barkston Ash Catholic Primary School actively engages with the local community and the Diocese, ensuring that it remains a central part of the Catholic community of St Joseph The Worker parish. The school aims to instil virtues that help children thrive both in school and beyond, fostering a sense of pride and achievement among pupils and staff alike.
The curriculum at Barkston Ash is designed to promote spiritual, academic, and personal development, encouraging pupils to develop self-belief and confidence. The dedicated staff provide well-planned lessons and a range of enrichment activities that enhance the learning experience. The school places a strong emphasis on the values of respect, emotional intelligence, and social confidence, preparing students for the modern world.
Barkston Ash Catholic Primary School actively engages with the local community and the Diocese, ensuring that it remains a central part of the Catholic community of St Joseph The Worker parish. The school aims to instil virtues that help children thrive both in school and beyond, fostering a sense of pride and achievement among pupils and staff alike.
Useful links
- Academy Council (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Open Day Events & Tours (calendar)
- CALENDAR (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions Process (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Statutory Information & Policies (other)
- TERM DATES (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- North Yorkshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BISHOP WHEELER CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 139
- Pupils
- 139
- Boys
- 70
- Girls
- 69
- FSM %
- 10.80
- Open date
- 2024-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 139 | 70 | 69 | 139 | 10.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 139 |
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