St Joseph's Catholic Junior School
Wembley, HA9 6BE · Brent · primary school
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8th of 51 primary schools in Brent we can score, 59 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 — 9.5/10 against 4,049 of them, against 9.5/10 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 | 91.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.92 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
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, 91.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 18.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.5 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 266 pupils against a stated capacity of 280. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage the transition for Year 6 pupils leaving for secondary education?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's Catholic Junior School
Overview
St Joseph's Catholic Junior School is judged as ‘Good’ overall, with ‘Outstanding’ ratings for behaviour and attitudes and personal development. Pupils are described as “proud of their school” who “behave exceptionally well,” benefiting from a broad curriculum and strong community spirit. While English and mathematics are well sequenced, the report notes that some foundation subjects lack the same clarity in planning.
Strengths
- Pupils display “exceptional” behaviour and are “caring and well mannered,” with older pupils acting as positive role models.
- The curriculum in English and mathematics is “well sequenced,” leading to “strong” outcomes in national assessments.
- Staff provide “effective support” for early readers and pupils speaking English as an additional language, fostering fluency and confidence.
- Personal development is enhanced through the Caritas curriculum and leadership roles, fostering “kindness and citizenship.”
- Leaders prioritise attendance and staff well-being, with attendance “swiftly returning to pre-pandemic rates.”
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, disciplinary knowledge and skills are not sequenced as clearly as in other subjects, meaning pupils sometimes recall “isolated facts” rather than building firm understanding.
- At times, work given to pupils “distracts from the key learning,” and misunderstandings are not always addressed clearly, allowing misconceptions to persist.
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 | 88% |
| 2023/24 | 90% |
| 2024/25 | 91% |
| 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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