St Mary's Catholic Primary School
100%
Capacity
409
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 409 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 410 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Brown, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2286th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 51 in Swindon.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 46 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (57 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 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, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Bessemer Road East, Swindon, Swindon, SN2 1PE |
| Headteacher | Louise Brown |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 409 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.3% |
| School Capacity | 409 / 410 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2286th of 13,686
Nationally
193rd of 1,469
In South West
10th of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
57 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% 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
Bessemer Road East, Swindon
Swindon, SN2 1PE
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