Primary
Ofsted Good
About St Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy
Every child is precious – each with their own unique set of gifts and talents and we work hard to encourage and support each child as they discover where their strengths lie.
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Helen Tomlinson
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.7
Teaching Quality
4.3
Communication
4.7
Student Wellbeing
4.3
Facilities
4.7
Parent Survey
Official Ofsted Parent View data • 51 responses • 26.3% response rate
My child is happy at this school
96.1% positive
3.9% negative
My child feels safe at this school
96.1% positive
3.9% negative
The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved
86.2% positive
9.8% negative
The school has high expectations for my child
78.5% positive
9.8% negative
My child does well at this school
92.2% positive
2% negative
I would recommend this school to another parent
Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 51 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
8.8
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
48.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths
Meeting expected standard
Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables
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St Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy has 4 reviews. Your honest review helps families make better school decisions.
Reviews 4
E
Emily W
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2022
5.0
"A wonderful school community"
St Mary's has been a fantastic school for my child. The teachers are supportive and the facilities are great. We love the woodland classes and the values that the school instills in the children.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
T
Thomas F
Unconfirmed
Parent
Apr 1, 2022
4.0
"Mixed feelings about the school"
We've had a bit of a mixed experience at St Mary's so far. The teachers are okay, but the school trips and activities have been a bit hit and miss. Still, I think the school has its good points and I'm hoping it will improve.
Safety & Wellbeing
3/5
Teaching & Learning
3/5
Communication
3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
3/5
D
Daniel B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Feb 15, 2022
5.0
"A great school with a focus on Catholic values"
I'm impressed with the emphasis on Catholic values at St Mary's. The school has a happy and caring atmosphere and the teachers are all very friendly and approachable.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
5/5
R
Rachel J
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 20, 2021
4.0
"Excellent education and care"
My child attended St Mary's for 5 years and had a fantastic time. The education was excellent and the care and support from the teachers was outstanding.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
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