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St Ignatius Catholic Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

St Ignatius Catholic Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Wakefield , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 142 pupils, and a capacity of 140 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

142

Pupils

140

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

St Ignatius Catholic Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Ignatius Catholic Primary School is managed by Wakefield and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 142 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 140 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Wakefield before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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St Ignatius Catholic Primary School — School Information

Full address
Storrs Hill Road, Ossett, Wakefield, WF5 0DQ
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
11.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138946

Other Primary Schools in Wakefield

If St Ignatius Catholic Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wakefield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Ignatius Catholic Primary School

Is St Ignatius Catholic Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Ignatius Catholic Primary School currently has 142 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 140 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Ignatius Catholic Primary School?

St Ignatius Catholic Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Wakefield before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Ignatius Catholic Primary School cover?

St Ignatius Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Wakefield, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Ignatius Catholic Primary School?

St Ignatius Catholic Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.