St Mary's CofE Foundation Primary School
Stansted, CM24 8FE · Essex · primary school
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81st of 391 primary schools in Essex we can score, 444 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 — 8.3/10 against 3,809 of them, against 7.8/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 41% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 33% | 1.73 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 26% | 1.99 |
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 CofE Foundation Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 13.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in cross country, gymnastics, hockey, dance, yoga and dodgeball, alongside dance festivals. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 255 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's CofE Foundation Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are “very happy” and “proud of their school,” noting that leaders have driven significant improvements since the previous inspection. It highlights a strong culture of respect, with pupils behaving well and feeling safe, while praising the school’s “infectious love of reading” and effective curriculum design.
Strengths
- Reading is a clear priority, with all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, learning to read well and developing “sophisticated reading skills.”
- The curriculum is “well designed,” with teachers using strong subject knowledge to build new knowledge carefully on what pupils have learned before.
- Pupils exhibit excellent behaviour, being “kind and respectful” to each other and adults, with bullying described as “very rare.”
- Leaders and governors have successfully improved the school, creating a “colourful and attractive school environment” supported by the local authority.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils learning about diversity, democracy, and how to keep safe online.
Areas to improve
- In a “small number of subjects,” the curriculum design needs refinement so that “essential knowledge is clear” and allows pupils to remember more over time.
- Leaders and governors must review communication with parents, as a minority feel they are not always aware of what is happening in the school.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” noting that staff are vigilant, systems work very well, and concerns are dealt with swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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