Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy

About Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy

Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy is a Catholic primary school that aims to develop a 'Loving Heart and Strong Mind' in every member of our community, nurturing the talents and potential within each individual.

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Key Facts

Founded 1966

Students 250

Head/Principal Mrs Marie Dyche

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 12 responses • 6.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

75% positive 25% negative

My child feels safe at this school

75% positive 25% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

66.7% positive 33.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

75% positive 25% negative

My child does well at this school

83.3% positive 16.7% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 12 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

8.4

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

35.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emma J Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School Experience"

We've had a fantastic time at Holy Rosary. The teachers are supportive and encouraging, the facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the values of 'Loving Heart - Strong Mind' really shine through in the way the children are treated and cared for. We feel so lucky to have sent our child here.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Katie O Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 20, 2021

5.0

"Happy and Confident Child"

My child has thrived at Holy Rosary. The class sizes are small, the teachers are knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and the extracurricular activities are fantastic. We love the emphasis on collective worship and the way the school encourages children to be their best selves.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Michael P Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 10, 2021

5.0

"Strong Support for Learning"

As a parent, it's reassuring to see the school's commitment to providing a broad and balanced curriculum. The teachers are skilled and dedicated, and the school's approach to supporting children's emotional health and wellbeing is commendable. My child is making great progress and is happy to come to school.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah K Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 25, 2020

3.0

"Mixed Experience"

I have mixed feelings about Holy Rosary. On the one hand, the school has a lovely atmosphere and the teachers are generally warm and welcoming. On the other hand, I felt that the school didn't do enough to support my child's special needs, and the communication with parents could be improved. Overall, a decent school, but not without its flaws.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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