St Mary's CofE (A) First School
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Mary's CofE (A) First School
St Mary's CofE (A) First School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the East Staffordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's CofE (A) First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Moult, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
St Mary's CofE (A) First School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 44 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's CofE (A) First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (78 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 CofE (A) First School include Forest School, Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Book Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Staffordshire, St Mary's CofE (A) First 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Heath, Uttoxeter, East Staffordshire, ST14 7LX |
| Headteacher | Joanne Moult |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.5% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
78 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Heath, Uttoxeter
East Staffordshire, ST14 7LX
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