St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School
111%
Capacity
378
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 378 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 340 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rosemarie Jones, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4508th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 54 in Milton Keynes.
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 46 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (37 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, St Mary Magdalene 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 | Ardwell Lane, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK12 6AY |
| Headteacher | Rosemarie Jones |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 378 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.0% |
| School Capacity | 378 / 340 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 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 (69%)
4508th of 13,686
Nationally
629th of 2,034
In South East
12th of 54
In Milton Keynes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
37 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Ardwell Lane, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK12 6AY
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