St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School
112%
Capacity
236
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School
St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the North Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 236 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Cooke, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% 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 1731st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 38 in North Hertfordshire.
St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 30 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (115 responses).
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 Mary Roman Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Rounders, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Hertfordshire, St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | Melbourn Road, Royston, North Hertfordshire, SG8 7DB |
| Headteacher | Louise Cooke |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 236 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.6% |
| School Capacity | 236 / 210 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1731st of 13,686
Nationally
162nd of 1,612
In East of England
3rd of 38
In North Hertfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
115 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
87
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary Roman 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
Melbourn Road, Royston
North Hertfordshire, SG8 7DB
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Opening Hours
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