St Marys Catholic Academy
115%
Capacity
241
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Marys Catholic Academy
St Marys Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 241 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sarah Rathbone, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4276th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
St Marys Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 30 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Marys Catholic Academy include Sensory Room, Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Gardening, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, St Marys 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 | Ford Green Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 8EZ |
| Headteacher | Sarah Rathbone |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 241 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.9% |
| School Capacity | 241 / 210 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4276th of 13,686
Nationally
419th of 1,378
In West Midlands
21st of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
70%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Marys Catholic Academy
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Contact Information
Ford Green Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 8EZ
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