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St Mary's Catholic Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School
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- Middlewich CW10 9DH
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| The quality of practice and services | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Teaching in mathematics has significantly improved, enhancing pupils' problem-solving and reasoning abilities
Success of the Curriculum: The new curriculum offers a broader range of subjects, engaging students beyond English and mathematics
Areas Needing Improvement: The curriculum lacks a comprehensive approach to systematically develop pupils’ knowledge and skills in subjects beyond English and maths
Performance in Maths & Reading: Proportions of pupils attaining expected standards now compare favourably to national averages
Support for Falling Behind: Extra classes and targeted support help the most able and those needing more challenge
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour and attendance remain excellent; they benefit from diverse opportunities
Support for SEND Pupils: The school works productively with external agencies to provide exemplary emotional safety and well-being support
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Vigilant safeguarding culture with thorough e-safety measures; staff are well trained
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Staff and external agencies collaborate effectively to keep pupils safe
Parent Feedback: Parents appreciate and highly recommend the school, citing holistic development and progress
Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of extracurricular opportunities available, from yoga to various sports
Teacher Engagement: Staff enjoy being part of a happy, rapidly improving school community
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers’ high expectations and thoughtful questioning enhance pupils’ learning
Teaching Staff Challenges: Need for systematic challenge and higher expectations for most able pupils in subjects beyond core areas
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About Us
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Cheshire, North West.
It has 182 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
At this school, 73% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to St. Mary's Catholic Primary School, may I say.
We hope that St. Mary's is the school for you if you are thinking about applying for a spot there.
We are happy to continue the links if you already have a child here.
I genuinely hope you, your family, and your kids have a wonderful holiday.
Our mission statement encapsulates who we are and what matters to us.
We want to arouse excitement in students and motivate them to succeed.
Together, the home, school, and parish make up a significant and beneficial collaboration.
In a loving, Catholic environment, we help our kids grow and mature in the context of the Gospel ideals and with a sense of Christian altruism.
We aim to offer a Catholic education founded on the values of respect for human life, love, truth, and goodness.
We anticipate that our collaboration will help our kids reach their full potential.
Our goal is to give them life, knowledge, skills, resilience, and excitement.
But please don't be afraid to inquire if you need to know anything else about St. Mary's.
We are all working hard to give our kids the most nurturing education we can.
Welcome to St. Mary's School, from the governors, students, and staff.
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We hope that St. Mary's is the school for you if you are thinking about applying for a spot there.
We are happy to continue the links if you already have a child here.
I genuinely hope you, your family, and your kids have a wonderful holiday.
Our mission statement encapsulates who we are and what matters to us.
We want to arouse excitement in students and motivate them to succeed.
Together, the home, school, and parish make up a significant and beneficial collaboration.
In a loving, Catholic environment, we help our kids grow and mature in the context of the Gospel ideals and with a sense of Christian altruism.
We aim to offer a Catholic education founded on the values of respect for human life, love, truth, and goodness.
We anticipate that our collaboration will help our kids reach their full potential.
Our goal is to give them life, knowledge, skills, resilience, and excitement.
But please don't be afraid to inquire if you need to know anything else about St. Mary's.
We are all working hard to give our kids the most nurturing education we can.
Welcome to St. Mary's School, from the governors, students, and staff.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 23.3 | 25.8 | 20.9 |
| Proficient Math | 106 | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 107 | 109 | 106 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 99 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 73% | 58.98% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% | 5.41% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0 | - |
| Writing | 0.3 | Average |
| Maths | 0.2 | Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 104 1 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 3 | 102 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 71% 8 | 64.44% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 1 | 7.66% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | -2.0 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 102 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 79% 14 | 66.1% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 2 | 8.07% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.4 | Average |
| Writing | -1.1 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.1 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 100 | 93 |
| Reading | 107 | 101 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 65% | 63.18% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 9% | 8.47% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.6 | Average |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
