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St Mary's Catholic Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 406 pupils, and a capacity of 455 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

3–11

Age range

406

Pupils

455

Capacity

89%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

St Mary's Catholic Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Mary's Catholic Primary School is managed by Staffordshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Staffordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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St Mary's Catholic Primary School — School Information

Full address
Silverdale Road, Newcastle Under Lyme, ST5 2TA
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
20.2% of pupils
DfE URN
140803

Other Primary Schools in Newcastle Under Lyme

If St Mary's Catholic Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Newcastle Under Lyme are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Is St Mary's Catholic Primary School oversubscribed?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School has a capacity of 455 places and currently has 406 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Staffordshire.

What is the admissions policy for St Mary's Catholic Primary School?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Staffordshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Mary's Catholic Primary School cover?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Mary's Catholic Primary School?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.