St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
URN: 114574 • St Leonards-on-Sea TN37 6EU
Overview
- Name
- St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 114574
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire O'Rourke (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01424427801
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Magdalen Road, St Leonards-on-Sea TN37 6EU
Summary
St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School is a mixed voluntary aided primary school located in St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex. With a current enrolment of 205 pupils and a capacity of 210, the school prides itself on being a one-form entry institution that places children at the heart of its educational approach. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education grounded in Catholic values, fostering an environment where exploration, enjoyment, and creativity thrive.
The school’s ethos emphasizes the importance of community, celebrating the individuality of each child and recognizing their unique talents. Families of all faiths and beliefs are welcomed, reflecting the school’s inclusive environment. St Mary Star of the Sea has received positive feedback from recent inspections, including an Outstanding rating in its Catholic Schools Inspection, highlighting its strong focus on Catholic life, religious education, and collective worship.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various channels, including the admissions process, which requires completion of both the Common Application Form and a Supplementary Information Form. The school actively supports children’s progress and well-being, ensuring a safe and nurturing learning atmosphere. For more information, visit the school’s website.
The school’s ethos emphasizes the importance of community, celebrating the individuality of each child and recognizing their unique talents. Families of all faiths and beliefs are welcomed, reflecting the school’s inclusive environment. St Mary Star of the Sea has received positive feedback from recent inspections, including an Outstanding rating in its Catholic Schools Inspection, highlighting its strong focus on Catholic life, religious education, and collective worship.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various channels, including the admissions process, which requires completion of both the Common Application Form and a Supplementary Information Form. The school actively supports children’s progress and well-being, ensuring a safe and nurturing learning atmosphere. For more information, visit the school’s website.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governors' Profile (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- NEWSLETTER (download)
- HERE (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Consultation for Admissions 2024-25 (other)
- In Year Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy (71.0)
- Robsack Wood Community Primary School (70.2)
- Robsack Wood Primary Academy (62.9)
- Christ Church CofE Primary School (61.5)
- Silverdale Primary Academy (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 205
- Boys
- 104
- Girls
- 101
- FSM %
- 28.30
- Open date
- Close date
- 2025-04-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 205 | 104 | 101 | 210 | 28.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 205 | 107 | 98 | 210 | 29.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 200 | 101 | 99 | 210 | 29.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 200 | 101 | 99 | 210 | 29.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 207 | 101 | 106 | 210 | 24.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 212 | 104 | 108 | 210 | 16.50 |
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