St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy
110%
Capacity
392
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy
St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 392 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 357 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Patricia Chapman, it falls under Derby local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% 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 1539th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 58 in Derby.
St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 50 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy include Art Studios, Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Netball, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the East 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 | Broadway, Derby, Derby, DE22 1AU |
| Headteacher | Patricia Chapman |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 392 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.5% |
| School Capacity | 392 / 357 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1539th of 13,686
Nationally
127th of 1,353
In East Midlands
3rd of 58
In Derby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
80%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% 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 Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Broadway, Derby
Derby, DE22 1AU
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