St Monica's Catholic Primary School
Milton Keynes, MK14 6HB · Milton Keynes · primary school
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34th of 58 primary schools in Milton Keynes we can score, 90 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 — 5.7/10 against 1,749 of them, against 4.6/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Monica's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 8.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 381 pupils against a stated capacity of 465. 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 Monica's Catholic Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms the school remains ‘good’, though evidence suggests a graded inspection might yield a lower judgement. The school is described as a ‘happy, friendly’ environment where pupils ‘like learning’ and teachers ‘enjoy teaching’, with strong emphasis on inclusion and personal development. However, significant concerns were raised regarding the provision for pupils with complex special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and inconsistencies in curriculum delivery in some subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a ‘warm welcome’ and a culture where they ‘value the friendships they forge’ and ‘everyone is included’.
- The curriculum is generally ‘ambitious, broad and coherently sequenced’, with effective teaching of phonics and a ‘love of reading’ promoted throughout.
- Staff are ‘dedicated’ and work as a ‘close-knit team’, supported by leaders who show ‘integrity and a strong moral purpose’.
- The school provides ‘very well for pupils’ holistic development’, including robust personal, social and health education and opportunities for cultural celebration.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum and teaching for pupils with ‘more complex SEND’ are ‘not effective enough’ and lack precise tailoring to individual needs, particularly regarding communication.
- In some foundation subjects, there is ‘too much content’ for meaningful coverage, and staff do not always check prior knowledge before introducing new topics.
- Some younger pupils are ‘well behind’ in the phonics programme, requiring continued sharp focus to help them ‘catch up as quickly as possible’.
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 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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