St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Nottingham, NG7 6FL · Nottingham · primary school
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9th of 73 primary schools in Nottingham we can score, 74 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 — 9.1/10 against 2,863 of them, against 8.4/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
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, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 13.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 234 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
With the last inspection in 2022, what specific improvements have been made to teaching quality since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where the vision to ‘love each other, doing our best to make the world a richer place’ is evident in daily life. Pupils are ‘happy and excited to be at school’, treating each other with kindness and respect while enjoying their learning. Leaders have designed an ‘ambitious curriculum’ with a strong focus on reading, resulting in a calm and purposeful environment.
Strengths
- Pupils ‘behave very well’ and view staff as ‘trusted adults’, with bullying being rare and problems resolved quickly.
- There is a ‘consistent approach to teaching reading’, with staff reading ‘well-chosen books’ daily and providing support for those who find it difficult.
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious’ and logically sequenced, with a ‘sharp focus on developing pupils’ vocabulary and language’.
- Leaders are ‘very inclusive’, ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) learn alongside peers.
- Pupils benefit from a ‘rich and broad range of experiences’, including outdoor learning and community events, preparing them well for the next stage of education.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must routinely check curriculum implementation in all subjects to ensure consistent delivery and provide necessary guidance to staff.
- Procedures for supporting pupils with SEND and those speaking English as an additional language need clarification, as some learning plans are ‘too general’ and lack precision.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with staff well trained to recognise risks and systems in place to ensure staff suitability.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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