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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 Stockport , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 222 pupils, and a capacity of 250 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

3–11

Age range

222

Pupils

250

Capacity

89%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy is managed by Stockport 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 Stockport 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
Lowry Drive, Marple Bridge, Stockport, SK6 5BR
Local authority
Stockport
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
5% of pupils
DfE URN
146189

Other Primary Schools in Stockport

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

Frequently Asked Questions — St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Is St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy oversubscribed?

St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy has a capacity of 250 places and currently has 222 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Stockport.

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 Stockport 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 Stockport, 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 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.