St Marie's School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
Sheffield, S10 3DQ · Sheffield · primary school
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34th of 107 primary schools in Sheffield we can score, 132 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 4.9/10 against 4,089 of them, against 5.3/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Marie's School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Marathon Club and Mini Vinnies, and visit Padley Pilgrimage and Hollowford.
Getting in
The published school roll is 237 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to move from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading or maths? How does the school manage the transition for new starters given the current pupil numbers?
What Ofsted said about St Marie's School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
Overview
St Marie’s is described as a “nurturing school” where leaders and staff “care passionately about the whole school community.” The inspection confirms that the school continues to be good, with pupils achieving well in an “ambitious curriculum” that is “aspirational” for all, including disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- The curriculum is “well-planned and sequenced,” helping pupils develop a “secure range of knowledge and skills.”
- Provision for pupils with SEND is a “strength,” with “strong” identification and “bespoke pathways” ensuring they achieve well.
- Pupils are “safe and happy,” with bullying being “extremely rare” and staff taking allegations “seriously.”
- Music plays a “prominent role,” with pupils enjoying “child-led performances” and opportunities to play instruments.
- Staff feel “well supported by leaders” and workload is “always considered.”
Areas to improve
- Staff do not always use assessment information in phonics accurately, meaning pupils are not moved on to the next stages of reading quickly enough.
- In mathematics, pupils are sometimes given independent tasks with too many component parts, which can “overload their working memory.”
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with leaders ensuring all adults are trained and using systems such as a ‘whisper’ button to allow the community to report concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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