St Mary's Catholic Academy
73%
Capacity
154
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Academy
St Mary's Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Staffordshire Moorlands community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 154 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Turner, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5969th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 19 in Staffordshire Moorlands.
St Mary's Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 15 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Catholic Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (29 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Catholic Academy include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Film Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Staffordshire Moorlands, St Mary's Catholic Academy is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | Cruso Street, Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST13 8BW |
| Headteacher | Gemma Turner |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 154 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.2% |
| School Capacity | 154 / 210 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5969th of 13,686
Nationally
586th of 1,378
In West Midlands
9th of 19
In Staffordshire Moorlands
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
35%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
29 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
22
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Catholic Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Cruso Street, Leek
Staffordshire Moorlands, ST13 8BW
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