St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Northampton, NN5 7HX · West Northamptonshire · primary school
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97th of 138 primary schools in West Northamptonshire we can score, 147 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 the 3,110 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2/10 among them, against 2.7/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
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, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2 out of 10 among them, against 2.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 160 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is described as an “inclusive and caring school” with “high aspirations for all pupils.” The inspection confirms that the school has improved significantly since its previous rating, now delivering a high-quality education where pupils “enjoy their learning” and demonstrate strong personal development.
Strengths
- Children receive a “secure start” in the early years, with a curriculum effectively supporting those who speak English as an additional language.
- The school “prioritises reading,” ensuring pupils develop into fluent readers through daily practice and access to an outdoor library.
- Pupils show a “mature understanding of diversity and equality,” actively participating in community life and charity events.
- Staff wellbeing is supported, and governors provide “appropriate and effective support and challenge.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “achieve well” through proactive external agency collaboration.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must use assessment “consistently and systematically” to check pupils’ understanding, as current methods vary and knowledge is not always secure.
- The school needs “consistent and accurate oversight of the curriculum” across all subjects to ensure a fully accurate overview of strengths and weaknesses.
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 | 34% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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