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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, South Moor Catchment Area

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

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, South Moor is a academy converter primary school in Stanley, County Durham , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 82 pupils, and a capacity of 105 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

4–11

Age range

82

Pupils

105

Capacity

78%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, South Moor Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Mary's Catholic Primary School, South Moor is managed by County Durham 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 County Durham 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, South Moor — School Information

Full address
Hustledown, South Moor, Stanley, DH9 6PH
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
43.9% of pupils
DfE URN
148845

Other Primary Schools in Stanley

If St Mary's Catholic Primary School, South Moor is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Stanley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Mary's Catholic Primary School, South Moor

Is St Mary's Catholic Primary School, South Moor oversubscribed?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, South Moor has a capacity of 105 places and currently has 82 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with County Durham.

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

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

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

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, South Moor is a primary school in Stanley, County Durham, serving pupils aged 4–11. 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, South Moor?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, South Moor was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.