Our Lady's Catholic Primary School
98%
Capacity
213
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Our Lady's Catholic Primary School
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 213 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 218 places).
Ofsted has rated Our Lady's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Holdsworth, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 815th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (91 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady's Catholic Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Our Lady's Catholic Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Amersham Road, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5PL |
| Headteacher | Mark Holdsworth |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.9% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 218 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Feb 2025): Improved significantly
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
815th of 13,686
Nationally
110th of 2,034
In South East
8th of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
84%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
91 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Amersham Road, Amersham
Buckinghamshire, HP6 5PL
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