St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Axminster
URN: 140772 • Axminster EX13 5BE
Overview
- Name
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Axminster
- URN
- 140772
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PLYMOUTH CAST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rob Meech (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 0129732785
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lyme Road, Axminster EX13 5BE
Summary
St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Axminster is a mixed academy converter serving 136 pupils, with a capacity of 140. The school operates within the Diocese of Plymouth and is part of the Plymouth CAST Multi-Academy Trust. St Mary's prides itself on creating a warm and welcoming environment where children are viewed as unique individuals, fostering their talents and skills within a supportive Catholic context.
The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to motivate students and enhance their learning experiences. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including a choir and orchestra, to enrich the educational journey. The Early Years Foundation Stage, housed in Robin Class, has been rated as 'Good', emphasizing the importance of instilling a love for learning from a young age.
St Mary's maintains strong connections with the local community and St. Mary’s Church, reflecting its commitment to nurturing a vibrant and supportive atmosphere. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure that every child receives a high standard of education, preparing them for fulfilling adult lives.
The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to motivate students and enhance their learning experiences. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including a choir and orchestra, to enrich the educational journey. The Early Years Foundation Stage, housed in Robin Class, has been rated as 'Good', emphasizing the importance of instilling a love for learning from a young age.
St Mary's maintains strong connections with the local community and St. Mary’s Church, reflecting its commitment to nurturing a vibrant and supportive atmosphere. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure that every child receives a high standard of education, preparing them for fulfilling adult lives.
Useful links
- Governor Information (governance)
- Governor Recruitment (governance)
- Governor's Handbook (governance)
- Register of Business Interests and Governor Information (governance)
- www.devon.gov.uk/send (sen)
- SEND information (sen)
- SEND Policy (sen)
- School Events (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- NSPCC Simple conversations to keep your child safe (download)
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Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- PLYMOUTH CAST
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 136
- Boys
- 78
- Girls
- 58
- FSM %
- 14.00
- Open date
- 2014-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-07-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 136 | 78 | 58 | 140 | 14.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 132 | 70 | 62 | 140 | 13.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 136 | 62 | 74 | 140 | 11.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 136 | 62 | 74 | 140 | 11.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 138 | 63 | 75 | 140 | 15.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 130 | 60 | 70 | 140 | 13.10 |
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