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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Rowden Hill, Chippenham, SN15 2AH

Academy sponsor led · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted
Requires improvement
May 2022

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50% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
69.0%
Writing
69.0%
Maths
54.0%
RWM Combined
50.0%

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1.05 km away · Foundation school
Requires improvement
Queen's Crescent School
1.14 km away · Academy converter
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Charter Primary School
1.21 km away · Academy converter
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About St Mary's Catholic Primary School

St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Chippenham, Wiltshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 50% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 162 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Rowden Hill, Chippenham, SN15 2AH | More schools in Wiltshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Mary's Catholic Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. May 2022 — Requires improvement
  2. May 2022 — Requires improvement (predecessor: St Mary's Catholic Primary School)
  3. May 2021 — Taking effective action towards the removal… (predecessor: St Mary's Catholic Primary School)
  4. Feb 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc… (predecessor: St Mary's Catholic Primary School)
  5. Jul 2018 — Inadequate (predecessor: St Mary's Catholic Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Mary's Catholic Primary School

What is St Mary's Catholic Primary School's Ofsted rating?
St Mary's Catholic Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.
What are St Mary's Catholic Primary School's latest exam results?
St Mary's Catholic Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 50% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is St Mary's Catholic Primary School located?
St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Chippenham, Wiltshire (SN15 2AH).
How many pupils attend St Mary's Catholic Primary School?
St Mary's Catholic Primary School has around 162 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare St Mary's Catholic Primary School with other schools?
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