St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole
95%
Capacity
401
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 401 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Tickel, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5208th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 50 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 42 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Multi-Sensory Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole 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 | Devon Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH15 3QQ |
| Headteacher | Clare Tickel |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 401 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.7% |
| School Capacity | 401 / 420 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5208th of 13,686
Nationally
474th of 1,469
In South West
21st of 50
In Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
104
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% 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, Poole
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Contact Information
Devon Road, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH15 3QQ
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