St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
87%
Capacity
182
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 182 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Bird, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 939th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 29 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
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's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Tennis, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Baffam Lane, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9AX |
| Headteacher | Louise Bird |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.4% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 210 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
939th of 13,686
Nationally
88th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
18th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
83%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
81
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% 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 Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Baffam Lane, Selby
North Yorkshire, YO8 9AX
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