St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School
112%
Capacity
235
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School
St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Walsall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 235 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Amos, it falls under Walsall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2290th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 58 in Walsall.
St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 30 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (35 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 The Mount Catholic Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Football, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Film Club 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 Walsall, St Mary's The Mount Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Jesson Road, Walsall, Walsall, WS1 3AY |
| Headteacher | Catherine Amos |
| Local Authority | Walsall |
| Number of Pupils | 235 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.0% |
| School Capacity | 235 / 210 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2290th of 13,686
Nationally
231st of 1,378
In West Midlands
10th of 58
In Walsall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
35 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's The Mount Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Jesson Road, Walsall
Walsall, WS1 3AY
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