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St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Saffron Walden, Essex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 222 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

222

Pupils

210

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is managed by Essex 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: 222 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 Essex 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 Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School — School Information

Full address
Castle Street, Saffron Walden, CB10 1BQ
Local authority
Essex
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
17.6% of pupils
DfE URN
115155

Other Primary Schools in Saffron Walden

If St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Saffron Walden are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Is St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School currently has 222 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Essex before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School cover?

St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a primary school in Saffron Walden, Essex, 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 Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.