St Catherine's Roman Catholic School
56%
Capacity
118
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About St Catherine's Roman Catholic School
St Catherine's Roman Catholic School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 118 pupils on roll, operating at 56% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Catherine's Roman Catholic School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Paula Fearn, it falls under Dorset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10692nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 68 in Dorset.
St Catherine's Roman Catholic School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 8 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Catherine's Roman Catholic School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, St Catherine's Roman Catholic School is one of the options available in the South West 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Pymore Road, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3TR |
| Headteacher | Paula Fearn |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 118 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.0% |
| School Capacity | 118 / 210 (56% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10692nd of 13,686
Nationally
1049th of 1,469
In South West
43rd of 68
In Dorset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
50%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
26
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Catherine's Roman Catholic School
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Contact Information
Pymore Road, Bridport
Dorset, DT6 3TR
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