Bishop Parker Catholic School
87%
Capacity
182
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Bishop Parker Catholic School
Bishop Parker Catholic School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 182 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bishop Parker Catholic School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Mundy, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1635th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 54 in Milton Keynes.
Bishop Parker Catholic School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 20 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bishop Parker Catholic School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, Bishop Parker Catholic School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Hunter Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK2 3BT |
| Headteacher | Robert Mundy |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.3% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 210 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1635th of 13,686
Nationally
223rd of 2,034
In South East
5th of 54
In Milton Keynes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
80%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hunter Drive, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK2 3BT
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