St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whitstable

URN: 142162 • Whitstable CT5 2EY

Overview

Name
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whitstable
URN
142162
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
KENT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS' PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michele Blunt (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01227272692
Website
Visit
Address
Northwood Road, Whitstable CT5 2EY

Summary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, located in Whitstable, Kent, is a mixed academy converter catering to 311 pupils, with a capacity of 420. The school embraces a strong Catholic ethos, aiming to foster a supportive and inclusive environment for all students. The school's vision and mission statement highlight its commitment to nurturing the spiritual, academic, and personal development of each child.

The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to provide a well-rounded education, incorporating core subjects alongside opportunities for creative and physical development. The school places a significant emphasis on British values, ensuring that students learn the importance of respect, tolerance, and community engagement. Additional support is available through the Whole School Provision Plan and the SEND Information Report, which outlines the resources and strategies in place for children with special educational needs.

St Mary's actively encourages parental involvement and community participation, fostering a collaborative atmosphere between families and the school. The school also provides resources for remote learning and maintains an engaging library to support students' literacy and learning needs. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
KENT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS' PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
420
Pupils
311
Boys
157
Girls
154
FSM %
16.10
Open date
2015-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 311 157 154 420 16.10
2024-09-11 343 168 175 420 13.50
2023-09-11 391 184 207 420 11.00
2022-09-11 391 184 207 420 11.00
2021-09-11 408 193 215 420 9.30
2020-09-11 414 194 220 420 5.80

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