What is the Ofsted rating of St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy?

St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy received a Ofsted rating of Requires Improvement at its most recent inspection.

How many pupils attend St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy?

St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy has 363 pupils on roll.

What ages does St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy take?

St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy admits pupils aged 3 to 11.

Where is St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy located?

St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy is located in Dewsbury, WF13 3QE, Kirklees.

How do I apply to St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy?

St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy is a state school. Applications are made through your Local Authority (Kirklees) using the Common Application Form. The national deadline is 31 October for secondary and 15 January for primary admissions.

Does St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy have a religious character?

Yes — St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy has a religious character of Roman Catholic. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

What is the largest ethnic background at St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 47.4% of pupils at St Paulinus Catholic Primary Academy are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.