St Mary's Catholic Primary School
98%
Capacity
206
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 South Gloucestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charlotte Dunt, it falls under South Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6539th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 69 in South Gloucestershire.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 26 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Forest School, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Gloucestershire, St Mary's Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the South West 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 | Webbs Wood Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS32 8EJ |
| Headteacher | Charlotte Dunt |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.9% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6539th of 13,686
Nationally
614th of 1,469
In South West
34th of 69
In South Gloucestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
63%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed26
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% 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
Webbs Wood Road, Bristol
South Gloucestershire, BS32 8EJ
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