A good academy converter school in Swindon. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Swindon.
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Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 105.0 | 105.0 |
| 2023 | 104.0 | 104.0 |
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Improving trend (+1.0 per year)
Up 1.0% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire."
St Catherine’s Catholic Primary School is a Catholic school whose values are based on the teachings of Jesus; the headteacher describes a Catholic environment rooted in Christ and inspired by the Gospels, with collaboration between St Catherine’s and St Mary’s parish school in Swindon.
Headteacher Sarah Burke welcomes visitors to St Catherine’s, describes the school as a Catholic, busy, friendly and vibrant community, and highlights collaboration with St Mary’s parish school, a Christ-centered ethos, and a nurturing environment where every child is valued.
Reception intake occurs once a year at the start of the Autumn Term; Reception pupils are normally admitted in the September following their fourth birthday; In-year admissions are possible; Admissions are handled by Swindon Borough Council; places are allocated using published oversubscription criteria; applicants may appeal via an independent panel; information and forms are available by contacting the school via [email protected].