St Catherine's Roman Catholic School

URN: 140757 • Bridport DT6 3TR

Overview

Name
St Catherine's Roman Catholic School
URN
140757
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
PLYMOUTH CAST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
43.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paula Fearn (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01308423568
Website
Visit
Address
Pymore Road, Bridport DT6 3TR

Summary

St Catherine's Roman Catholic School, located in Bridport, Dorset, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 118 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school is part of the Plymouth CAST Multi-Academy Trust, which connects Catholic schools across the Diocese of Plymouth. The ethos of St Catherine's is rooted in creating a caring Christian community where each child is valued as unique, and their individual talents are nurtured to help them reach their full potential.

The school promotes a stimulating learning environment that emphasizes academic, spiritual, social, and personal development. Core Christian values guide the behaviour and decision-making of students, staff, and governors, fostering a sense of community and responsibility. Opportunities for prayer and reflection are integrated into the school day, reinforcing the school's commitment to its mission of living the teachings of Jesus.

St Catherine's actively encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits from prospective families. The school aims to provide a supportive atmosphere where children can thrive, celebrating their achievements while fostering respect and kindness among peers.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
PLYMOUTH CAST
Capacity
210
Pupils
118
Boys
54
Girls
64
FSM %
22.00
Open date
2014-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 118 54 64 210 22.00
2024-09-11 123 60 63 210 17.10
2023-09-11 125 60 65 210 13.60
2022-09-11 125 60 65 210 13.60
2021-09-11 139 76 63 210 13.70
2020-09-11 166 92 74 210 11.50

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