St Marys Catholic Primary is an average-sized school. Most pupils are from White British backgrounds. The remaining pupils are from a number of minority ethnic backgrounds. A below-average proportion of pupils speak English as an additional language. The proportion of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities is below average although an average proportion has a statement of special educational needs. The proportion of pupils known to be eligible for free school meals is below average. Children start in the Reception class in the September following their fourth birthday. The school has numerous awards including Eco schools and Healthy Schools status, an International Schools Award for its work with schools in Germany, Finland, Spain, Israel and South Africa, the Warwickshire International Primary School of the Year award, and an award for its work with gifted and talented pupils. On site is a privately run before- and after-school club that operates every day.