St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
90%
Capacity
213
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 213 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Helen Davenport, it falls under North Yorkshire 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 7730th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 111th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 28 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (67 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's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Dance, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Highfield Road, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 7DB |
| Headteacher | Helen Davenport |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.9% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 236 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2014Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 21 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7730th of 13,686
Nationally
819th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
111th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
67 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed28
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% 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 Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
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Contact Information
Highfield Road, Malton
North Yorkshire, YO17 7DB
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