St Marys CofE Primary School
88%
Capacity
233
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Marys CofE Primary School
St Marys CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Shropshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 233 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 266 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Marys CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah North, it falls under Shropshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5332nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 88 in Shropshire.
St Marys CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 28 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
St Marys CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (95 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 Marys CofE Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Athletics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Book Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Shropshire, St Marys CofE Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Poynton Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 4JR |
| Headteacher | Sarah North |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Number of Pupils | 233 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.0% |
| School Capacity | 233 / 266 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Dec 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5332nd of 13,686
Nationally
512th of 1,378
In West Midlands
29th of 88
In Shropshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
95 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
2025/26Oversubscribed28
40
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Marys CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Poynton Road, Shrewsbury
Shropshire, SY4 4JR
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