St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School

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Key Facts

Founded 1953

Head/Principal Mr D. O'Farrell

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 163 responses • 36.2% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

98.2% positive 1.2% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

92.6% positive 3.7% negative

My child does well at this school

98.2% positive 1.2% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 163 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

20.5

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

78.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Sophie W.

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A Wonderful Community"

We've been so impressed with the values that St Bernadette's promotes - kindness, respect and empathy are at the heart of everything. The staff are caring and supportive, and the facilities are excellent. We've loved watching our daughter grow and thrive here.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Alessia B.

Parent Mar 1, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

We've had a mixed experience at St Bernadette's. The staff are generally very friendly and engaging, but we've had some issues with communication and organisation. Our child has enjoyed the school trips and activities, but we're not entirely happy with the progress they've made academically.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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James H.

Parent Jun 1, 2021

5.0

"Exceptional Nursery and After-School Care"

We were a bit nervous about moving to St Bernadette's, but the nursery has been a game-changer for our little one. The care is top-notch and the staff are so patient and understanding. We've also been impressed with the after-school club options - our child loves attending the art club.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel T.

Parent Dec 1, 2020

4.0

"A Great Education"

We moved to St Bernadette's when our child was in Year 4 and were initially concerned about the transition. However, the staff were very supportive and helped our child settle in quickly. The curriculum is engaging and our child made great progress academically.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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