St Pius X Catholic Primary School
102%
Capacity
214
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Pius X Catholic Primary School
St Pius X Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Chelmsford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Pius X Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Derbyshire, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5945th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 41 in Chelmsford.
St Pius X Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 30 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
St Pius X Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (33 responses).
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 Pius X Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Gardening, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chelmsford, St Pius X Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Tennyson Road, Chelmsford, Chelmsford, CM1 4HY |
| Headteacher | Sharon Derbyshire |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.4% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 210 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5945th of 13,686
Nationally
630th of 1,612
In East of England
21st of 41
In Chelmsford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Pius X Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Tennyson Road, Chelmsford
Chelmsford, CM1 4HY
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