St Joseph's Catholic Academy
Leicester, LE5 1HF · Leicester · primary school
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49th of 71 primary schools in Leicester we can score, 82 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 the 3,087 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1/10 among them, against 2.6/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.74 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Joseph's Catholic Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1 out of 10 among them, against 2.6 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 213 pupils against a stated capacity of 307. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in writing? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's Catholic Academy
Overview
St Joseph’s Catholic Academy is described as a school where pupils are proud and embrace the mission to ‘love, learn, respect and forgive’. Leaders have worked determinedly to improve the school, creating a ‘warm and caring environment’ where pupils thrive and flourish. The report highlights an ambitious curriculum that excites and motivates pupils, supported by a strong, committed staff team.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, showing ‘genuine kindness’ and respect, while knowing how to keep themselves safe.
- Science, mathematics, and design and technology are identified as curriculum strengths with effective planning.
- Reading is fostered successfully, with a ‘consistent approach to teach phonics’ from the early years.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported effectively to access an ambitious curriculum.
- Children in the early years settle quickly and benefit from a ‘calm and focused learning environment’.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure detailed planning in all foundation subjects, particularly regarding how to check that pupils have secured their knowledge.
- Support for some foundation subject leaders needs strengthening, as not all have the sufficient knowledge and skills to carry out their roles effectively.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a ‘strong culture of safeguarding’ where staff are well trained and leaders act quickly when concerns are reported.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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