St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bodmin

URN: 140773 • Bodmin PL31 1LW

Overview

Name
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bodmin
URN
140773
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
60.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison McDonald (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
0120873218
Website
Visit
Address
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Barn Lane,Bodmin, Bodmin PL31 1LW

Summary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Bodmin is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 234 pupils, serving a capacity of 240. The school is deeply rooted in Gospel values, focusing on love, respect, and service, which guide its educational approach. As part of the Plymouth CAST family of schools, St Mary's aims to provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.

The curriculum at St Mary's is broad and creative, designed to maintain high academic standards while encouraging pupils to explore and develop their individual talents. Termly overviews for each year group highlight a range of engaging topics, from historical events to environmental studies, ensuring a well-rounded education that prepares students to be compassionate leaders and change-makers.

St Mary's fosters a strong community spirit by working closely with families and the local parish, creating a safe and supportive atmosphere for all students. The school encourages parental involvement and invites families to visit and experience the school's ethos firsthand.

Key details

LA
Cornwall
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
PLYMOUTH CAST
Capacity
240
Pupils
234
Boys
111
Girls
123
FSM %
27.20
Open date
2014-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cornwall

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 234 111 123 240 27.20
2024-09-11 247 119 128 240 27.40
2023-09-11 244 113 131 240 23.00
2022-09-11 244 113 131 240 23.00
2021-09-11 242 109 133 240 21.10
2020-09-11 224 104 120 240 16.50

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