St Joseph's Catholic Academy
Stockton-on-Tees, TS20 1HR · Stockton-on-Tees · primary school
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41st of 54 primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees we can score, 60 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 4,308 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8/10 among them, against 2.9/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
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, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8 out of 10 among them, against 2.9 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 285 pupils against a stated capacity of 266. 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
Since the latest inspection was in 2023, what specific improvements have been made to raise attainment since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's Catholic Academy
Overview
St Joseph’s Catholic Academy is described as a “friendly, welcoming and inclusive school” where “very positive relationships exist between adults and pupils.” The inspection confirms that the school continues to be good, with leaders maintaining high expectations and a strong focus on pupil well-being and achievement.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, feel “happy and safe,” and demonstrate “very positive attitudes to learning.”
- The mathematics curriculum is “particularly strong,” with a lesson structure that carefully guides pupils to success.
- Reading is a high priority, with phonics taught “consistently and effectively” and a diverse range of texts provided.
- Leaders have planned extensive enrichment opportunities, including educational visits and leadership roles, to enhance pupils’ wider development.
- Staff report high levels of consideration for their workload and well-being, supported by effective governance.
Areas to improve
- Targets on some support plans for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “not specific enough,” making progress difficult to measure.
- Teachers’ expectations regarding the application of basic skills, such as letter formation and spelling, are “not consistently high” across all subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a “strong culture of safeguarding” where staff are regularly trained and concerns are reported timely.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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