St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland

URN: 148781 • Sunderland SR2 7QN

Overview

Name
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland
URN
148781
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
52.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martin Clephane (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01915228787
Website
Visit
Address
Meadowside, Sunderland SR2 7QN

Summary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, located in Sunderland, is an academy converter that serves a mixed-gender population of 472 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment, encapsulated in its ethos of "Growing, Loving and Learning in the Arms of Mary." This reflects the school's dedication to both academic and personal development within a Catholic framework.

The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to support the holistic growth of each child, integrating core subjects with opportunities for spiritual and moral education. The school places a strong emphasis on community values, encouraging students to engage with their local environment and develop a sense of responsibility towards others.

With a relatively low percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (6.90%), St Mary's aims to provide inclusive support for all students, ensuring that each child has access to the resources they need to thrive. The school actively fosters a sense of belonging and encourages parental involvement, making it a central part of the community in Sunderland. For more information, visit their website at www.smrc.school.

Key details

LA
Sunderland
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
472
Boys
234
Girls
238
FSM %
6.90
Open date
2022-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 472 234 238 420 6.90
2024-09-11 468 226 242 420 6.70
2023-09-11 465 221 244 420 9.80
2022-09-11 465 221 244 420 9.80

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