St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Patrick's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Brandon, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5787th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 34 in Stafford.
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 17 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 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 Patrick's Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Gymnastics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stafford, St Patrick's 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 | St Patrick's Catholic Primary School & Nursery, Stafford, Stafford, ST16 3BT |
| Headteacher | Mark Brandon |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.3% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5787th of 13,686
Nationally
563rd of 1,378
In West Midlands
24th of 34
In Stafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
66%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School & Nursery, Stafford
Stafford, ST16 3BT
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School & Nursery, Stafford
Stafford, ST16 3BT
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