St Mary's Catholic Primary School
London, W14 0LT · Hammersmith and Fulham · primary school
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23rd of 35 primary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham we can score, 36 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.8/10 against 2,056 of them, against 7.5/10 nationally. 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 | 90.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.90 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 90.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 5.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 180 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 who are working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "nurturing" environment and a "strong sense of community." Pupils are described as happy, safe, and respectful, benefiting from a broad curriculum and high staff expectations that foster confidence and pride in their work.
Strengths
- Early reading is prioritised, with staff ensuring pupils learn to read "confidently and fluently" through well-matched phonics practice and accurate assessment.
- Behaviour is "exemplary" due to well-established rules and routines, with pupils demonstrating "impeccable attitudes to learning."
- Teachers possess strong subject knowledge, introducing ideas with precision and using assessment to address misconceptions before moving on.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified early and access the curriculum alongside peers through "careful adaptations and high-quality support."
- Attendance is "rapidly improving" following effective strategies implemented by leaders to support pupils and families.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the curriculum has not been designed as carefully, meaning pupils do not always build on learning successfully over time, which "limits the depth of knowledge" secured.
- The school needs to clearly identify and sequence the most important subject-specific knowledge in these areas so pupils can consistently revisit and build upon their skills.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 82% |
| 2024/25 | 90% |
| 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
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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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