St Joseph's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Canvey Island, SS8 9DP · Essex · primary school
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144th of 391 primary schools in Essex we can score, 444 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 — 7.0/10 against 3,780 of them, against 6.6/10 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| 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 Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% 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% of pupils, matching the 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 (7.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join gardening and crafts clubs, or play netball, football, and rugby. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 200 pupils against a stated capacity of 211. 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 do not reach the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the nursery phase transition into the primary curriculum?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Overview
The report states that pupils benefit from a school environment where “kindness and tolerance are part of daily life” and receive a “high-quality education.” Leaders have worked rapidly to address previous weaknesses, resulting in an “ambitious curriculum” that prepares pupils well for their next stage of learning. The inspection concludes that the school no longer requires special measures.
Strengths
- Pupils are “engaged and excited about their lessons” and work in a “calm and productive atmosphere” with very little disruption.
- The curriculum is taught in a “logical order,” helping pupils develop a “good level of understanding” and retain knowledge effectively.
- Phonics is identified as a strength, with children starting to learn reading skills in Reception and receiving quick support if they fall behind.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “prioritised” and achieve well relative to their starting points due to clear, individualised plans.
- The school culture is “respectful” with high attendance, and pupils enjoy opportunities to develop interests through clubs and leadership roles.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure high-quality assessment is “consistent across all foundation subjects,” as teachers are not always clear on what pupils need to know or check learning carefully enough.
- Teachers should receive appropriate training to consistently adapt teaching based on pupils’ prior knowledge, ensuring work is as “ambitious as it should be.”
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 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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