St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School
88%
Capacity
191
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School
St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 191 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 218 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Clayton, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7884th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 25 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 3 parents).
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 Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Rounders, Athletics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Film Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, St Mary Magdalen 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Spring Street, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 3EF |
| Headteacher | Sarah Clayton |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 191 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.3% |
| School Capacity | 191 / 218 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7884th of 13,686
Nationally
1146th of 2,034
In South East
22nd of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
23%
'23/24
60%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary Magdalen Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Spring Street, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN1 3EF
Spring Street, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN1 3EF
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