St Mary's Catholic Primary

URN: 112898 • Chesterfield S40 4ST

Overview

Name
St Mary's Catholic Primary
URN
112898
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicola Brown (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01246232170
Website
Visit
Address
Cross Street, Chesterfield S40 4ST

Summary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to a mixed-gender population of 419 pupils. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially, guided by shared Gospel values. The ethos of St Mary’s is deeply rooted in the teachings of Jesus, promoting a strong sense of community and moral development through high-quality Religious Education and active participation in collective worship.

The curriculum at St Mary’s is designed to engage students and enhance their learning experiences. The school employs innovative teaching strategies, such as Kagan methods and Thinking Maps, to encourage active participation and deep thinking. Support for pupils is prioritized, with immediate assistance offered to those who require it, ensuring that all children can progress without falling behind.

St Mary's values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, believing that collaboration is essential for educational success. The school prides itself on its dedicated staff and welcoming atmosphere, inviting prospective parents to visit and experience the vibrant school life firsthand.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
419
Boys
193
Girls
226
FSM %
14.80
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-12-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 419 193 226 420 14.80
2024-09-11 418 187 231 420 15.30
2023-09-11 423 196 227 420 15.10
2022-09-11 423 196 227 420 15.10
2021-09-11 418 195 223 420 14.10
2020-09-11 418 207 211 420 11.00

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