St Bede's Catholic Primary School
100%
Capacity
451
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Bede's Catholic Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Basingstoke and Deane community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 451 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 452 places).
Ofsted has rated St Bede's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jamie Carroll, it falls under Hampshire 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 1417th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 40 in Basingstoke and Deane.
St Bede's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Bede's Catholic Primary School include Library, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Swimming, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Coding, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basingstoke and Deane, St Bede'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 | Popley Way, Basingstoke, Basingstoke and Deane, RG24 9DX |
| Headteacher | Jamie Carroll |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.1% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 452 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 8 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1417th of 13,686
Nationally
182nd of 2,034
In South East
3rd of 40
In Basingstoke and Deane
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
109
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
70 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Bede's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Popley Way, Basingstoke
Basingstoke and Deane, RG24 9DX
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