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St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Catchment Area

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

St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Derby , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 392 pupils, and a capacity of 357 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

392

Pupils

357

Capacity

110%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy is managed by Derby 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 392 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 357 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Derby 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 Voluntary Academy — School Information

Full address
Broadway, Derby, DE22 1AU
Local authority
Derby
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
24.5% of pupils
DfE URN
146140

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If St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Derby are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Is St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy currently has 392 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 357 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy?

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

What age range does St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy cover?

St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Derby, 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 Voluntary Academy?

St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.