St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Broadstairs
Broadstairs, CT10 2BA · Kent · primary school
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330th of 425 primary schools in Kent we can score, 460 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 — 4.4/10 against 1,656 of them, against 3.5/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 62% | 1.98 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 38% | 1.54 |
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, Broadstairs overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% 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 5.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 151 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 maths? What are the specific entry criteria for the next academic year? How does the school structure its daily timetable to support learning?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Broadstairs
Overview
Pupils attend a “happy and safe school” where they “enjoy” the wide range of clubs and trips that “enrich pupils’ experiences.” The school has made significant progress since its previous inspection, implementing an “ambitious and thoughtfully structured curriculum” that sets clear expectations for knowledge and skills. Leaders and staff are well-supported, with effective governance ensuring standards are monitored and maintained across the trust.
Strengths
- Reading is a high priority, with children developing “reading fluency well” and a “love of reading” supported by effective staff intervention.
- Staff have “strong subject knowledge” and use assessment to ensure timely support, helping pupils “grapple with thought-provoking questions.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) benefit from “well-tailored” support and curriculum adaptations that help them achieve as well as their peers.
- Attendance is improving due to “well-considered strategies” and support for families, addressing previously high absence rates.
- Personal development is central to the school’s vision, with PSHE helping pupils understand themes like mental health and citizenship, enriched by community links.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the curriculum is “not embedded securely enough,” meaning some pupils have gaps in knowledge and do not deepen their understanding as well as they could. The school should embed the curriculum so it is “equally secure across all subjects.”
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 | 49% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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