St Pancras Catholic Primary School

URN: 146977 • Ipswich IP1 6EF

Overview

Name
St Pancras Catholic Primary School
URN
146977
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
OUR LADY OF WALSINGHAM CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ross McGill (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01473742074
Website
Visit
Address
Stratford Road, Ipswich IP1 6EF

Summary

St Pancras Catholic Primary School, located in Ipswich, Suffolk, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 172 pupils, serving a capacity of 210. Established in 1871, the school has a rich history rooted in serving the local community, particularly those of Irish immigrant backgrounds. Originally situated in the town centre, it relocated to Stratford Road in 1957, where it has since expanded its facilities to accommodate growing student numbers.

The school is part of the Our Lady of Walsingham Multi Academy Trust and is committed to a Catholic ethos, emphasising love, kindness, and faith in daily activities. St Pancras aims to foster an environment where high expectations for pupil achievement are set, and where teaching continually seeks improvement. The curriculum is designed to provide excellence across various subjects, ensuring that all students are well-supported in their learning journey.

With a focus on community involvement, St Pancras encourages parental engagement and promotes positive behaviour among pupils. The school’s vision includes creating a safe, well-resourced environment where students can take pride in their work and personal presentation, preparing them for future educational transitions, particularly to St. Alban’s Catholic High School.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
OUR LADY OF WALSINGHAM CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
172
Boys
90
Girls
82
FSM %
24.40
Open date
2019-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 172 90 82 210 24.40
2024-09-11 182 95 87 210 23.10
2023-09-11 204 105 99 210 21.60
2022-09-11 204 105 99 210 21.60
2021-09-11 203 107 96 210 21.70
2020-09-11 208 113 95 206 17.30

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