Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools
Southampton, SO16 9LP · Southampton · primary school
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3rd of 45 primary schools in Southampton we can score, 55 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.3/10 against 2,651 of them, against 8.5/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 17.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in June 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 412 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are close to the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the Learning Federation Partnership share resources between schools?
What Ofsted said about Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools
Overview
Holy Family Catholic Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the high standards identified at its previous inspection. The school delivers on its promise to provide ‘a rich learning experience where children are encouraged to become successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens’. Leaders ensure that pupils remain at the heart of everything, fostering an environment where children flourish socially, emotionally, and academically.
Strengths
- The ‘meticulously designed curriculum’ builds on strong early years foundations, with pupils achieving well in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- ‘Excellent learning habits and an infectious love of learning are nurtured from the word go’, supported by high-quality teaching and specialist staff.
- Support for pupils’ well-being is of the ‘highest quality’, helping children manage feelings and make sensible choices.
- ‘Impressive behaviour in and out of class’ is underpinned by school values that foster equality, compassion, and responsibility.
- Significant investment in teacher professional development and pupil enrichment activities creates a ‘win-win’ situation for staff and learners.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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