St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
URN: 150420 • Ripon HG4 2ES
Overview
- Name
- St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
- URN
- 150420
- 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
- 42.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jill Allen (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01765603232
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Lane, Ripon HG4 2ES
Summary
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, located in Ripon, North Yorkshire, is a Voluntary Academy that serves the local community, particularly families from St Wilfrid's Parish. The school prioritises Catholic children for admissions but welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds. With a current enrolment of 152 pupils, the school aims to foster a caring Christian environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.
The school's mission is to provide a distinctive Catholic education centred on the teachings of Christ, promoting academic, physical, emotional, and spiritual development. St Wilfrid's focuses on nurturing virtues such as respect, honesty, and courage, which are integral to its Behaviour Policy. The curriculum is designed to support the holistic growth of each child, ensuring they leave as well-rounded individuals prepared to contribute positively to society and the Church.
St Wilfrid's actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, inviting families to participate in school events and visit to learn more about the school's values and educational approach. The school is committed to creating a supportive atmosphere that prioritises the well-being and development of all its pupils.
The school's mission is to provide a distinctive Catholic education centred on the teachings of Christ, promoting academic, physical, emotional, and spiritual development. St Wilfrid's focuses on nurturing virtues such as respect, honesty, and courage, which are integral to its Behaviour Policy. The curriculum is designed to support the holistic growth of each child, ensuring they leave as well-rounded individuals prepared to contribute positively to society and the Church.
St Wilfrid's actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, inviting families to participate in school events and visit to learn more about the school's values and educational approach. The school is committed to creating a supportive atmosphere that prioritises the well-being and development of all its pupils.
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Key details
- LA
- North Yorkshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BISHOP WHEELER CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 152
- Boys
- 79
- Girls
- 73
- FSM %
- 8.40
- Open date
- 2024-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 152 | 79 | 73 | 140 | 8.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 140 |
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