St Alban's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

About St Alban's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

St Alban's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, is a school that follows the National Curriculum for all subjects. It offers a broad, balanced, progressive and carefully sequenced curriculum. The school's aim is to ensure the acquisition and retention of skills, knowledge and understanding through a love of learning.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs J Summers

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 57 responses • 18.8% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

91.2% positive 8.8% negative

My child feels safe at this school

86% positive 7.1% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

73.7% positive 21% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

71.9% positive 19.3% negative

My child does well at this school

86% positive 10.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 57 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

13.8

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

59.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 3

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"A Wonderful Community"

We've been so impressed with St Alban's since our child started in Reception. The teachers are kind and dedicated, and the facilities are excellent. We love the Values-based approach and the way the school encourages our child to be the best version of themselves. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James B Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 22, 2021

5.0

"Supportive and Challenging"

My child has thrived at St Alban's. The teachers are always available to chat and offer support, and the curriculum is well-structured and engaging. We love the emphasis on Catholic values and the opportunity for children to participate in various activities and clubs. The only thing that prevents a 5-star review is the occasional wait for IT support!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah J Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 15, 2020

4.0

"Mixed Experience"

We had a good experience at St Alban's, but it was variable. Some teachers were absolutely fantastic, while others seemed less engaged. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, but the school could do more to provide support for children with special needs. Overall, it was an okay experience, but not one that we'd necessarily recommend to others.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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