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
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicky Postlethwaite (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01803556433
- Website
- Visit
- 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.
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.
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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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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