St Philip Neri With St Bede Catholic Voluntary Academy
111%
Capacity
468
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Philip Neri With St Bede Catholic Voluntary Academy
St Philip Neri With St Bede Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Mansfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 468 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Philip Neri With St Bede Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Steele, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11394th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 27 in Mansfield.
St Philip Neri With St Bede Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 103 applications for 54 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Philip Neri With St Bede Catholic Voluntary Academy include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Library, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mansfield, St Philip Neri With St Bede Catholic Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the East 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 | Rosemary Street, Mansfield, Mansfield, NG19 6AA |
| Headteacher | Daniel Steele |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 468 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.2% |
| School Capacity | 468 / 420 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 31 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11394th of 13,686
Nationally
1092nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
21st of 27
In Mansfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
47%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
103
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rosemary Street, Mansfield
Mansfield, NG19 6AA
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