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 Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 448 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lesley Clerkin, it falls under Oldham local authority.

St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 56 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 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 Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Eco Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, 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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