St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole
URN: 140777 • Poole BH15 3QQ
Overview
- Name
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole
- URN
- 140777
- 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
- 61.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Clare Tickel (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01202676207
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Devon Road, Poole BH15 3QQ
Summary
St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Poole is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 401 pupils, set within a capacity of 420. The school is deeply rooted in Catholic values, aiming to nurture each child's unique potential through a curriculum that reflects Gospel principles. The ethos of the school emphasizes inclusivity, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds and fostering a supportive community environment.
The curriculum at St Mary's prioritises essential skills in literacy and numeracy, delivered by skilled teachers who encourage high expectations and personal growth. The school also boasts a well-established music department and promotes creative learning both indoors and outdoors, aiming to develop compassionate leaders among its pupils.
As part of the Plymouth CAST Multi-Academy Trust, St Mary's collaborates with other local schools to enhance learning experiences. The school is committed to working closely with families to ensure that every child achieves their aspirations in a nurturing and engaging atmosphere. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at St Mary's prioritises essential skills in literacy and numeracy, delivered by skilled teachers who encourage high expectations and personal growth. The school also boasts a well-established music department and promotes creative learning both indoors and outdoors, aiming to develop compassionate leaders among its pupils.
As part of the Plymouth CAST Multi-Academy Trust, St Mary's collaborates with other local schools to enhance learning experiences. The school is committed to working closely with families to ensure that every child achieves their aspirations in a nurturing and engaging atmosphere. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
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Key details
- LA
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- PLYMOUTH CAST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 401
- Boys
- 197
- Girls
- 204
- FSM %
- 10.70
- Open date
- 2014-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-01-31
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 401 | 197 | 204 | 420 | 10.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 402 | 197 | 205 | 420 | 10.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 414 | 205 | 209 | 420 | 9.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 414 | 205 | 209 | 420 | 9.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 401 | 196 | 205 | 420 | 8.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 389 | 187 | 202 | 420 | 8.50 |
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