St Mary's Church of England Primary School
91%
Capacity
191
Pupils
3.5x
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 Melton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 191 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Oakes, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6913th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 18 in Melton.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 28 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (58 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 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 Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Gardening, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Melton, St Mary's Church of England Primary School 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Brampton Road, Melton Mowbray, Melton, LE13 0NA |
| Headteacher | Laura Oakes |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 191 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.9% |
| School Capacity | 191 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6913th of 13,686
Nationally
623rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
8th of 18
In Melton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
58 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
98
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% 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
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Brampton Road, Melton Mowbray
Melton, LE13 0NA
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