Our Lady and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Rotherham, S63 7HG · Rotherham · primary school
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19th of 84 primary schools in Rotherham we can score, 96 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.6/10 against 3,328 of them, against 7.0/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Our Lady and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
The school is rated Good by Ofsted, following an inspection in April 2024. In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
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Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child attending the breakfast club? How does the school maintain its Good rating in the coming years?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Overview
Our Lady and St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "welcoming and caring" environment where pupils are happy. The inspection confirms that the school maintains high expectations for behaviour and learning, underpinned by its seven gospel values, while identifying specific areas for curriculum and assessment refinement.
Strengths
- Pupils are "happy in this welcoming and caring school" and can explain how the school’s values influence their actions.
- Early reading is prioritised effectively, with "almost every child" reading at the expected standard by Year 3 and rapid progress in Reception.
- Staff know pupils well, fostering "positive" relationships and ensuring pupils have a trusted adult to turn to if worried.
- Pupils are prepared to be "responsible, respectful and active citizens" through roles of responsibility and supporting local causes.
- Attendance has improved due to close monitoring and strong partnerships with families.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, including PSHE, the school must ensure teachers are clear about the important knowledge pupils should know to prevent gaps in learning.
- The school’s approach to assessment is inconsistent; support must be provided to ensure tasks are carefully matched to pupils’ needs and curriculum ambition.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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