St Mary's Catholic Primary School

URN: 114570 • Brighton BN41 1LB

Overview

Name
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
URN
114570
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Clayton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01273418416
Website
Visit
Address
Church Road, Brighton BN41 1LB

Summary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, located in Brighton, is a voluntary aided primary school with a capacity of 218 pupils and currently serves 212 students. The school fosters a family atmosphere rooted in Christian values, aiming to create a supportive environment where children can thrive academically and spiritually. The ethos is centered around the mission statement of "Love, Learn, Laugh, and Live," emphasizing the importance of community, collaboration, and the holistic development of each child.

The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to be engaging and relevant, encouraging a lifelong love of learning. The school prioritises high expectations and personal growth, helping students develop their natural talents while becoming independent learners. The commitment to safeguarding and welfare is paramount, with all staff dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment.

St Mary's actively involves parents and the local parish in the educational journey, reinforcing the importance of community support in achieving success. The school is part of the Sussex Coast Teaching School Alliance, which enhances professional development and supports other schools, further enriching the educational experience for its pupils.

Key details

LA
Brighton and Hove
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
218
Pupils
212
Boys
97
Girls
115
FSM %
29.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 212 97 115 218 29.20
2024-09-11 212 101 111 218 26.40
2023-09-11 203 87 116 218 23.20
2022-09-11 203 87 116 218 23.20
2021-09-11 208 94 114 218 18.80
2020-09-11 213 104 109 218 16.90

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