St Francis Catholic Primary School
URN: 150930 • Caterham CR3 5ED
Overview
- Name
- St Francis Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 150930
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- XAVIER CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 41.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Fiona McGrath (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01883342005
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Whyteleafe Road, Caterham CR3 5ED
Summary
St. Francis Catholic Primary School, located in Caterham, Surrey, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrollment of 410 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 420. The school serves the Catholic community of the Tandridge parishes, including Caterham, Warlingham, and Oxted, and is part of the Diocese of Arundel and Brighton. The school prides itself on fostering a caring and respectful environment, where every child is valued as part of a larger community.
The curriculum at St. Francis is designed to be challenging and stimulating, promoting academic excellence while also encouraging personal growth. The dedicated staff are committed to ensuring that all students achieve their highest potential. In addition to the core curriculum, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports and music, which help to enrich the students' educational experience.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at St. Francis, with strong partnerships among governors, staff, and parents. This collaborative approach supports a holistic education, enabling children to develop not only academically but also as confident and independent individuals. Parents are encouraged to engage in school events and activities, fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose within the school community.
The curriculum at St. Francis is designed to be challenging and stimulating, promoting academic excellence while also encouraging personal growth. The dedicated staff are committed to ensuring that all students achieve their highest potential. In addition to the core curriculum, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports and music, which help to enrich the students' educational experience.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at St. Francis, with strong partnerships among governors, staff, and parents. This collaborative approach supports a holistic education, enabling children to develop not only academically but also as confident and independent individuals. Parents are encouraged to engage in school events and activities, fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose within the school community.
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Nearby alternatives
- Hillcroft Primary School (73.9)
- St Francis Catholic Primary School (63.7)
- Woodlea Primary School (63.5)
- St John's CofE Aided Primary School (61.7)
- Audley Primary School (60.6)
Key details
- LA
- Surrey
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- XAVIER CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 410
- Boys
- 204
- Girls
- 206
- FSM %
- 9.50
- Open date
- 2024-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 410 | 204 | 206 | 420 | 9.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 420 |
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