St Mary's Church of England Primary School
75%
Capacity
157
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Mary's Church of England Primary School
St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bath and North East Somerset community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 157 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cathie Lampert, it falls under Bath and North East Somerset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12493rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 52 in Bath and North East Somerset.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 13 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 82% recommending the school (33 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Church of England Primary School include Forest School, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bath and North East Somerset, St Mary's Church of England 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Old Road, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, BA3 3NG |
| Headteacher | Cathie Lampert |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Number of Pupils | 157 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.9% |
| School Capacity | 157 / 210 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12493rd of 13,686
Nationally
1296th of 1,469
In South West
49th of 52
In Bath and North East Somerset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
40%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
23
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Old Road, Radstock
Bath and North East Somerset, BA3 3NG
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