St Mary's CofE Primary School
53%
Capacity
187
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Mary's CofE Primary School
St Mary's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Brent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 187 pupils on roll, operating at 53% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Susan Lawrence, it falls under Brent 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 3555th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 52 in Brent.
St Mary's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 18 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
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 Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brent, St Mary's CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the London 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 | Garnet Road, London, Brent, NW10 9JA |
| Headteacher | Susan Lawrence |
| Local Authority | Brent |
| Number of Pupils | 187 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.9% |
| School Capacity | 187 / 355 (53% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3555th of 13,686
Nationally
716th of 1,592
In London
18th of 52
In Brent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
72%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% 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
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Contact Information
Garnet Road, London
Brent, NW10 9JA
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