Saint Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy
93%
Capacity
196
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Saint Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Saint Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the South Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Saint Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sara Tyers, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9833rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 48 in South Kesteven.
Saint Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 12 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
Saint Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Saint Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Kesteven, Saint Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | Sandon Close, Grantham, South Kesteven, NG31 9AX |
| Headteacher | Sara Tyers |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.0% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9833rd of 13,686
Nationally
935th of 1,353
In East Midlands
35th of 48
In South Kesteven
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
12 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saint Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Sandon Close, Grantham
South Kesteven, NG31 9AX
Journey to School
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