St Joseph's Catholic Junior School
London, E10 5DX · Waltham Forest · primary school
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46th of 49 primary schools in Waltham Forest we can score, 51 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.5/10 against 2,490 of them, against 2.6/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 40% | 0.42 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
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 Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 107 pupils against a stated capacity of 180. 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 literacy? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in maths? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's Catholic Junior School
Overview
St Joseph’s Catholic Junior School continues to be a good school, providing a "friendly and inclusive" environment where pupils feel happy and safe. Leaders have implemented a revised curriculum that is "ambitious for all pupils," resulting in positive behaviour and strong relationships between staff and students.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a curriculum that is "sequenced... in a logical manner," leading to a "deep body of knowledge" in most subjects.
- Reading is prioritised with effective phonics training, helping pupils, including those new to English, to read with "increasing confidence."
- Mathematics teaching ensures pupils become "fluent in their number and calculation knowledge," particularly regarding fractions and decimals.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "identified accurately and well supported," following the same curriculum as their peers.
- Staff workload is described as "manageable," and leaders actively look out for staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, leaders have not identified the key knowledge and skills or the order in which they should be taught, leading to "gaps in pupils’ knowledge and understanding."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff regularly trained to recognise concerns and leaders responding swiftly to ensure pupil welfare.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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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