St Mary's Catholic Primary School
93%
Capacity
162
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 162 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 175 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Buckland, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3863rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 159 in Wiltshire.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 15 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health 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 include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Rounders, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, 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 | Rowden Hill, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 2AH |
| Headteacher | Lucy Buckland |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 162 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 162 / 175 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3863rd of 13,686
Nationally
329th of 1,469
In South West
32nd of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rowden Hill, Chippenham
Wiltshire, SN15 2AH
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