St Mary's Church of England Primary School & Nursery
Southampton, SO14 1LU · Southampton · primary school
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15th of 45 primary schools in Southampton we can score, 55 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 — 3.9/10 against 1,447 of them, against 3.2/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| 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 Church of England Primary School & Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% 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 Outstanding in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Makaton Club and Orchestra, play football, handball, or basketball, and attend the Osmington Bay residential trip. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 624 pupils against a stated capacity of 660. 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 bridge the gap between the current attainment figures and the national median? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's Church of England Primary School & Nursery
Overview
Pupils “flourish at this exceptional school,” receiving an “excellent education” with a sharp focus on learning and character development. The report describes the school as a “haven of calm” where relationships are strong, behaviour is “exemplary,” and pupils are “very happy.”
Strengths
- The curriculum is “highly ambitious” and “coherent,” often exceeding national expectations with skillful cross-subject links.
- Staff teach consistently well, using methodical checks to spot misconceptions and ensuring pupils “remember their learning” effectively.
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is identified as “one of the school’s many strengths,” with accurate needs identification and adapted learning.
- Personal development is “exceptional,” supported by character-building initiatives, community links, and a broad range of clubs.
- Staff morale is high, with effective workload management allowing them to focus on supporting pupils.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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