Mount Stuart Primary, Cardiff

Mount Stuart Primary is an English-medium school in Wales. Welsh schools are inspected by Estyn rather than Ofsted, and its latest report is published on Estyn's website.

It had 418 pupils in the 2025/26 school census.

38% of pupils are eligible for free school meals (three-year average).

Of its pupils, 5% have additional learning needs (17% in 2020/21); 61% are learning English as an additional language; and 93% are from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds.

Year groups range from 43 pupils (Year 3) to 59 (Reception).

Estyn's report on its March 2025 inspection summarises Mount Stuart Primary like this:

"Mount Stuart Primary is a welcoming and inclusive school with a clear vision that brings staff, pupils, and parents together. Its strong values of respect, resilience, and creativity help pupils develop confidence and a love of learning. Staff build positive relationships with pupils and families, creating a strong sense of community. Because of this, nearly all pupils engage enthusiastically in their learning and make good progress. The school provides a diverse and engaging curriculum that meets pupils’ needs well. Pupils enjoy a wide range of experiences, including exciting opportunities in the arts. The curriculum successfully connects Welsh culture with global influences, helping pupils appreciate both their local heritage and the wider world. Learning experiences reflect diversity and promote fairness, equality, and respect."

"A key strength is the school’s commitment to anti-racism and diversity. Staff receive high-quality professional learning in these areas and then share their expertise with other schools. Leaders have high expectations for pupils’ language and communication skills. Staff model multiple languages, creating a supportive environment, which helps most pupils to develop confidence in speaking. A structured approach to literacy ensures that most pupils make strong progress in reading and writing. Teachers provide suitable opportunities for pupils to develop their mathematical skills. Most make good progress in number work but have fewer chances to apply their understanding to problem-solving or across the curriculum. Younger pupils learn basic Welsh vocabulary, while many older pupils use the language to ask and answer simple questions."

"The youngest pupils thrive in a high-quality, well-structured environment that nurtures their independence and curiosity. Pupil voice groups actively support the school’s work, enabling most older pupils to promote issues they care about. Most pupils confidently use digital programs to support their learning. However, there are limited opportunities to explore a wider range of technology, reducing their ability to develop more varied skills. While the school monitors attendance carefully, current strategies have not yet reduced absences effectively. Governors have a clear and insightful understanding of the school’s strengths and areas for improvement. They provide well-informed support and challenge to leaders. Leaders, including governors, use school funding purposefully to improve outcomes for targeted pupils."

Estyn made 3 recommendations: (1) Ensure that pupils apply their numeracy skills purposefully and at an appropriate level across the curriculum; (2) Ensure that pupils develop a broader range of digital skills; (3) Improve attendance.

From the headteacher's welcome: "Welcome to our school, we are a thriving and vibrant community of learners right in the centre of Cardiff Bay right next to Techniquest. We have fifteen classes including a nursery unit in school so we have lots of going on."

The school runs a breakfast club.

Coming up: an open day on Wednesday 11 November 2026, an open day on Tuesday 17 November 2026, an open day on Wednesday 18 November 2026 and an open day on Wednesday 25 November 2026. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.

The nearest other state primary schools to Mount Stuart Primary are Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Hamadryad (0.3 miles), St Cuthbert's R.C. Primary School (0.6 miles), Grange Town Primary (0.7 miles) and St Mary The Virgin C.I.W. Primary School (0.7 miles).

The nearest railway station is Cardiff Bay Rail Station, about 410 metres away (roughly a 5-minute walk).

17 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Adelaide Street (o/s school), 40 metres away.