St Mary's Catholic Primary School
70%
Capacity
145
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wychavon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 145 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Owen Finnegan, it falls under Worcestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9174th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 17 in Wychavon.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 13 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (29 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Catholic Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Forest School, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Tennis, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wychavon, 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | High Street, Evesham, Wychavon, WR11 4EJ |
| Headteacher | Owen Finnegan |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 145 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.6% |
| School Capacity | 145 / 207 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 7 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9174th of 13,686
Nationally
933rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
14th of 17
In Wychavon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
29 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 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
High Street, Evesham
Wychavon, WR11 4EJ
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