St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
London, SW15 2QD · Wandsworth · primary school
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19th of 54 primary schools in Wandsworth we can score, 57 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 — 9.4/10 against 2,365 of them, against 8.4/10 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 | 84.0 · 93 | 40% | 3.72 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
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 Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 84.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 11.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 139 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. 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 activities take place during the after-school club? How does the curriculum adapt for pupils with diverse learning needs?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms that St Joseph’s Catholic Primary and Nursery School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” The report describes a “small and happy school” where pupils feel safe and are proud of their education. Leaders have successfully fostered an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and provides enriching experiences for all students.
Strengths
- Pupils are “proud to attend” and feel secure, knowing staff will “listen to them and deal with their concerns.”
- The school delivers a “well-constructed curriculum” with high expectations, allowing most pupils to “achieve well” and behave sensibly.
- Reading is a clear priority, with staff effectively delivering phonics and providing extra help to ensure struggling pupils “catch up.”
- The curriculum is “broad and balanced,” helping pupils build “secure knowledge of important concepts” across subjects.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are identified early and supported through adapted approaches and “small manageable steps.”
Areas to improve
- The report states that “occasionally, teaching activities are not well selected to help pupils understand the key subject content,” which can reduce how well pupils remember knowledge.
- The school should support teachers in “developing their expertise in selecting activities and resources that consistently match the aims of the school’s curriculum.”
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 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 84% |
| 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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