St Austin's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
88%
Capacity
198
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Austin's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
St Austin's Catholic Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 198 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 226 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Austin's Catholic Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher C Rowley, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4412th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 34 in Stafford.
St Austin's Catholic Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 29 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
St Austin's Catholic Primary School and Nursery has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (49 responses).
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 St Austin's Catholic Primary School and Nursery include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Football, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, St Austin's Catholic Primary School and Nursery is one of the options available in the West 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Garden Street, Stafford, Stafford, ST17 4BT |
| Headteacher | C Rowley |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 198 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.6% |
| School Capacity | 198 / 226 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4412th of 13,686
Nationally
433rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
21st of 34
In Stafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
49 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Austin's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
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Contact Information
Garden Street, Stafford
Stafford, ST17 4BT
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