Question 1

Is The Holy Family Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy a good school?

Accepted Answer

It is a Catholic secondary with clear faith identity and a stated improvement drive. The April 2025 Ofsted inspection graded all key areas as Requires Improvement and confirmed safeguarding as effective. FindMySchool GCSE ranking is 3,580th in England overall and 3rd in Keighley, with an academic rank of 2,859th in England.

Question 2

What are the fees at The Holy Family Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded school with no tuition fees. Families should budget for typical school costs such as uniform, optional trips, and any chargeable activities permitted under school policy.

Question 3

How do I apply for Year 7 entry to The Holy Family Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy?

Accepted Answer

Year 7 applications are coordinated through Bradford local authority. Families applying under Catholic faith criteria should also submit the school’s Supplementary Information Form and required evidence by the relevant deadline. Confirm the current closing date through the local admissions timetable.

Question 4

When are offers made for Year 7 entry?

Accepted Answer

Offer dates follow Bradford's coordinated admissions timetable. Families should confirm the current national offer day or next-working-day arrangement through the local admissions process.

Question 5

What are the GCSE results like at The Holy Family Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy?

Accepted Answer

FindMySchool reports Attainment 8 of 28.8 and Progress 8 of -0.59. The FindMySchool GCSE ranking is 3,580th in England overall, with an academic rank of 2,859th in England.

Question 6

Does The Holy Family Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy have a sixth form?

Accepted Answer

The April 2025 Ofsted report states the school planned to close sixth form provision in August 2025, with only Year 13 students enrolled at the time of inspection. Families should confirm current post-16 arrangements directly with the school.

Question 7

What is the school day timing?

Accepted Answer

The published timetable states the school day begins at 8:35am and ends at 2:50pm, with five periods and scheduled break and lunch.

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