St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy

A good academy converter school in Stockport. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy.

Stockport, SK65BR Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

66

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
62.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 73.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
63.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 13.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
5 December 2023
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Lowry Drive
Marple Bridge
Stockport, SK65BR

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
146189
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Lowry Drive, Marple Bridge, Stockport, SK6 5BR
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
250 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Nottingham
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
224
Free School Meals
4.9% (11 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.2% (5 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
96.0%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
8.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
73.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
13.0%
Reading Score:
106.0
Maths Score:
106.0
Grammar Score:
106.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
73.0 (+14.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
8.3 (9.2 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
4.0 (2.6 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 106.0 106.0
2023 104.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
12 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
25
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
224 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.0 per year)

Up 1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Today rather than tomorrow."

SANCTA values Ad maiorem Dei gloriam (AMDg) Growing in faith, serving with love, transforming our world Together in Christ

Religious Education is a core subject central to the school's life; the Come and See Religious Education curriculum is used; the school follows diocesan guidelines; liturgical year is observed; Mass and liturgical events occur in school; chaplaincy and parish links are emphasised; prayer spaces include the Mary Garden and the Holy Hub; pupils lead worship and are involved in liturgical planning; the school collaborates with local parishes and visits to parishes are common; emphasis on Gospel values and interfaith learning (study of Judaism, Hinduism, Sikhism, Islam).

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Mr John Nish, Headteacher, describing a caring Catholic environment with a strong partnership with parents, high expectations, a knowledge-based curriculum, and a belief that every child can achieve through good teaching and community collaboration.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Kids Club

Facilities

Spacious entrance area Office space Music room Medical room Extension to staffroom Upgraded toilet facilities

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

St Mary’s Kids Club provides high-quality wraparound care, offering a seamless experience for children before and after the school day.

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