Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School

URN: 145103 • Paignton TQ3 3YA

Overview

Name
Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School
URN
145103
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE ACADEMIES FOR CHARACTER AND EXCELLENCE
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicky Postlethwaite (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
01803556433
Website
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Address
Blagdon Road, Paignton TQ3 3YA

Summary

Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School is a mixed academy located in Paignton, Torbay, with a current enrolment of 203 pupils and a capacity of 218. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment rooted in Christian values, encouraging students to grow, flourish, and contribute positively to their community. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in the motto, "I have come that you may have life in all its fullness," reflecting a holistic approach to education.

The curriculum at Collaton St Mary is designed to be engaging and purposeful, fostering creativity and curiosity among students. The school aims to prepare children for future educational phases by promoting ownership of their learning and striving for excellence. Staff members are dedicated to developing the whole child, ensuring that each pupil receives the support they need to succeed academically and personally.

Established in 1866, the school has a rich history and continues to evolve while maintaining its core values. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and can find further information on the school's website or by contacting the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Torbay
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE ACADEMIES FOR CHARACTER AND EXCELLENCE
Capacity
218
Pupils
203
Boys
97
Girls
106
FSM %
26.60
Open date
2017-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-04-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 203 97 106 218 26.60
2024-09-11 209 110 99 218 25.00
2023-09-11 204 109 95 218 20.60
2022-09-11 204 109 95 218 20.60
2021-09-11 211 115 96 218 18.50
2020-09-11 216 116 100 210 14.40

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