St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Swanage

URN: 140780 • Swanage BH19 1QE

Overview

Name
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Swanage
URN
140780
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
57.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alan Frame (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
Telephone
01929424909
Website
Visit
Address
Northbrook Road, Swanage BH19 1QE

Summary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Swanage is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 180 pupils, set within a capacity of 210. The school is part of the Plymouth CAST multi-academy trust, which aims to foster a nurturing environment where children can thrive intellectually, spiritually, morally, physically, and emotionally. The school's mission emphasizes the development of caring and respectful global citizens, inspired by Christian values.

The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to expand students' horizons and encourage personal growth. The dedicated teaching and support staff strive to create an engaging learning atmosphere, ensuring that each child can realize their full potential. The school welcomes children of all faiths and encourages parental involvement, offering opportunities for visits and inquiries.

Located on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site, St Mary's benefits from its scenic surroundings, enhancing the educational experience. The school also collaborates with local community resources, such as the Swanage Library, to enrich children's learning and development.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
PLYMOUTH CAST
Capacity
210
Pupils
180
Boys
83
Girls
97
FSM %
19.40
Open date
2014-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 180 83 97 210 19.40
2024-09-11 184 91 93 210 19.00
2023-09-11 203 97 106 210 18.20
2022-09-11 203 97 106 210 18.20
2021-09-11 194 92 102 210 15.50
2020-09-11 193 91 102 210 9.80

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