St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham
96%
Capacity
316
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 316 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 328 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Hills, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3431st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 27 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (88 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham is one of the options available in the South East 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 | School Lane, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 0EL |
| Headteacher | Julie Hills |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 316 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.4% |
| School Capacity | 316 / 328 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3431st of 13,686
Nationally
462nd of 2,034
In South East
39th of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
88 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
90
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
25 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 CofE Primary School, Amersham
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
School Lane, Amersham
Buckinghamshire, HP7 0EL
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