St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

About St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Burnley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).

Ofsted has rated St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Laura Bushell, it falls under Lancashire local authority.

St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 22 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Cross Country, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Science Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

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