St Michael Catholic Primary School & Nursery
98%
Capacity
474
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About St Michael Catholic Primary School & Nursery
St Michael Catholic Primary School & Nursery is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Spelthorne community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 474 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 484 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher John Lane, it falls under Surrey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 644th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 19 in Spelthorne.
St Michael Catholic Primary School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 199 applications for 59 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 77 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Michael Catholic Primary School & Nursery include ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Art Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Spelthorne, St Michael Catholic Primary School & Nursery is one of the options available in the South East 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Feltham Hill Road, Ashford, Spelthorne, TW15 2DG |
| Headteacher | John Lane |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 474 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.3% |
| School Capacity | 474 / 484 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
644th of 13,686
Nationally
90th of 2,034
In South East
1st of 19
In Spelthorne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
28%
Higher Standard
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
199
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
77 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael Catholic Primary School & Nursery
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Contact Information
Feltham Hill Road, Ashford
Spelthorne, TW15 2DG
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