St Mary's Catholic Primary School
URN: 103085 • London E4 7BJ
Overview
- Name
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 103085
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Philomena Egan (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02085294723
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Station Road, London E4 7BJ
Summary
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, located in Chingford, London, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 209 pupils. The school is committed to fostering a positive learning environment rooted in Christian values, as reflected in its mission statement: “Love God, Love others and Love ourselves.” The ethos emphasizes the holistic development of each child, nurturing their unique gifts while promoting spiritual, moral, and emotional growth alongside academic achievement.
The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to meet high academic standards, with progress and attainment consistently above national and local averages. The school offers a secure and caring environment, enriched by strong community links and pastoral care. It provides a range of extracurricular activities, including after-school clubs led by staff and external agencies, to enhance the educational experience.
The school day begins at 8:45 am, with structured breaks for play and lunch, ensuring students have ample time for social interaction and relaxation. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through newsletters and events, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that supports children's education and well-being.
The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to meet high academic standards, with progress and attainment consistently above national and local averages. The school offers a secure and caring environment, enriched by strong community links and pastoral care. It provides a range of extracurricular activities, including after-school clubs led by staff and external agencies, to enhance the educational experience.
The school day begins at 8:45 am, with structured breaks for play and lunch, ensuring students have ample time for social interaction and relaxation. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through newsletters and events, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that supports children's education and well-being.
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Nearby alternatives
- Elmhurst Primary School (82.7)
- Fielding Primary School (82.3)
- Wimbledon Park Primary School (81.4)
- Coleridge Primary School (80.5)
- Yerbury Primary School (80.5)
Key details
- LA
- Waltham Forest
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 218
- Pupils
- 209
- Boys
- 106
- Girls
- 103
- FSM %
- 5.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 209 | 106 | 103 | 218 | 5.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 210 | 110 | 100 | 218 | 4.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 214 | 110 | 104 | 218 | 7.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 214 | 110 | 104 | 214 | 7.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 211 | 108 | 103 | 213 | 6.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 213 | 112 | 101 | 218 | 4.20 |
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