All-ThroughCo-educationalISI · Excellent
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St Dominic's Priory School

Stone, Staffordshire · ST15 8ER

AAB+ A-level

9–7 GCSE

35.1%

Day fees

£17k

Inspection

Excellent

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St Dominic's Priory School is a small Catholic independent day school in Stone, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 3–16 across a through-school model. With 195 pupils, it emphasises a nurturing, faith-informed environment where individual attention and love of learning are central. The school welcomes children of all faiths and backgrounds, positioning itself as a tight-knit community that fosters pastoral care and personal development alongside academic rigour.

  • Small pupil numbers enabling personalised attention and strong pastoral relationships
  • Catholic ethos with inclusive admissions policy appealing to faith-focused families
  • All-through model (3–16) reducing transition disruption and building long-term community bonds
  • Emphasis on outdoor learning, Duke of Edinburgh, and broad co-curricular offer

Who thrives here

Pupils who thrive in smaller, close-knit communities with strong pastoral support; families seeking a Catholic or values-led education without the intensity of highly selective schools; children who benefit from individualised attention and outdoor/creative learning.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports30th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing100th pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Number of pupils195
Age range3–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£16.7k/yr
Settingsuburban
LocationStone town centre location provides reasonable rail connectivity to Stoke and wider Midlands; likely school bus routes into surrounding villages and towns.
EthosCatholic

Contact & visit

37 Station Road

Stone, Staffordshire

ST15 8ER

www.stdominicspriory.co.uk
01785814181
Mrs Rebecca Harrison, Head

Nearest stations

Stone (train station)8 min
Stoke-on-Trent20 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at St Dominic's Priory School?

Day fees at St Dominic's Priory School are approximately £16,674 per year (2025/26).

How do you get into St Dominic's Priory School?

St Dominic's Priory School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are St Dominic's Priory School's exam results?

At St Dominic's Priory School, 35.1% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is St Dominic's Priory School a boarding school?

St Dominic's Priory School is a day school in Stone and does not offer boarding.

What is St Dominic's Priory School's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated St Dominic's Priory School “Excellent” (2022).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Small class sizes and individual pupil attention

Strong pastoral care and nurturing ethos

Happy, friendly environment with love of learning emphasis

All-through model reducing transition anxiety

Common concerns

!No Ofsted inspection record limits external validation of teaching quality and safeguarding

!Small sixth form may constrain subject breadth and A-level peer support

!Limited public information on academic results and university destinations