St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Swanage

URN: 113829 • Swanage BH19 2BH

Overview

Name
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Swanage
URN
113829
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Linda Lake (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Manor Road, Swanage BH19 2BH

Summary

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School in Swanage is a voluntary aided primary school with a capacity of 210 students. Situated on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site, the school offers a nurturing environment that promotes the intellectual, spiritual, moral, physical, and emotional development of its pupils. The school welcomes children of all faiths and encourages parental involvement through school visits and open communication.

The school's mission is rooted in its Catholic ethos, emphasizing values such as humility, compassion, and justice. St Mary's aims to prepare students to become effective, caring, and respectful global citizens, guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ. The curriculum is designed to expand children's horizons and foster a love for learning while instilling strong moral values.

As part of the Plymouth CAST multi-academy trust, St Mary's is committed to high academic standards and the well-being of all students. The school actively engages with the local community and provides various resources, including support from the Catholic Children’s Society and local library events, to enrich the educational experience for its students.

Key details

LA
Pre-LGR 2019 Dorset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2014-03-31
Last Ofsted
2007-05-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 210
2024-09-11 210
2023-09-11 210
2022-09-11 210
2021-09-11 210
2020-09-11 210

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