St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
URN: 150081 • Burnley BB10 4BH
Overview
- Name
- St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
- URN
- 150081
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ROMERO CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 36.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ian Jones (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01282427546
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Holcombe Drive, Burnley BB10 4BH
Summary
St Mary's RC Primary School, located in Burnley, Lancashire, is a mixed voluntary academy with a capacity of 210 pupils. The school is committed to fostering a safe and caring Catholic community, where each child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The mission of St Mary's, encapsulated in the motto "Learn and grow together in Christ," reflects a dedication to nurturing spiritual, moral, and social development alongside academic achievement.
The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to be broad and balanced, rooted in Catholic values. The school promotes kindness, tolerance, and positivity, encouraging students to form strong relationships based on mutual respect. Recent initiatives, led by the Young Citizens group, have reinforced the school's mission and values, linking them to gospel teachings and fostering a sense of belonging among students.
St Mary's prioritises pastoral support, ensuring that every pupil receives the care they need to thrive. The school also fosters community engagement, encouraging parents to participate in school life and support initiatives such as the provision of second-hand uniforms. This collaborative approach enhances the overall educational experience and strengthens the school's ties with families and the wider community.
The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to be broad and balanced, rooted in Catholic values. The school promotes kindness, tolerance, and positivity, encouraging students to form strong relationships based on mutual respect. Recent initiatives, led by the Young Citizens group, have reinforced the school's mission and values, linking them to gospel teachings and fostering a sense of belonging among students.
St Mary's prioritises pastoral support, ensuring that every pupil receives the care they need to thrive. The school also fosters community engagement, encouraging parents to participate in school life and support initiatives such as the provision of second-hand uniforms. This collaborative approach enhances the overall educational experience and strengthens the school's ties with families and the wider community.
Useful links
- Good Samaritan Parish (other)
- St Mary's R.C Primary School Holcombe Drive, Burnley Lancashire, BB10 4BH (other)
- Juniper Websites (other)
- Salford Diocese (other)
- Parent Pay (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ROMERO CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 210
- Boys
- 107
- Girls
- 103
- FSM %
- 41.90
- Open date
- 2023-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 210 | 107 | 103 | 210 | 41.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 211 | 105 | 106 | 210 | 41.70 |
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