St Mary's Catholic Primary School
68%
Capacity
90
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stratford-on-Avon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 90 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alice Wilson, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 100% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 14th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 52 in Stratford-on-Avon.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 12 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (58 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 include Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Dance, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stratford-on-Avon, St Mary's Catholic Primary School 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Arden Road, St Mary's Catholic School, Henley-in-Arden, Stratford-on-Avon, B95 5LT |
| Headteacher | Alice Wilson |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 90 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 90 / 132 (68% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (100%)
14th of 13,686
Nationally
2nd of 1,378
In West Midlands
1st of 52
In Stratford-on-Avon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
100%
Expected Standard
24%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
58 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% 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
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Contact Information
Arden Road, St Mary's Catholic School, Henley-in-Arden
Stratford-on-Avon, B95 5LT
Arden Road, St Mary's Catholic School, Henley-in-Arden
Stratford-on-Avon, B95 5LT
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