St Monica's Catholic Primary School
89%
Capacity
412
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Monica's Catholic Primary School
St Monica's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 412 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 465 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Monica's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natalie Shanahan, it falls under Milton Keynes 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 5572nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 54 in Milton Keynes.
St Monica's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 34 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 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, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Monica's Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Tennis, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Art Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, St Monica's Catholic Primary School 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Currier Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK14 6HB |
| Headteacher | Natalie Shanahan |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 412 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.8% |
| School Capacity | 412 / 465 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jun 2024): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Apr 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5572nd of 13,686
Nationally
784th of 2,034
In South East
17th of 54
In Milton Keynes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
67%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Monica's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Currier Drive, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK14 6HB
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