St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Epsom, KT18 7RT · Surrey · primary school
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23rd of 203 primary schools in Surrey we can score, 296 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 the 3,755 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.0/10 among them, against 7.1/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| 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 School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.0 out of 10 among them, against 7.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Mandarin, French, Art and craft, Lego, Tag Rugby, Computing, Cricket, Cross-stitch, Chef's School, Basketball, Mosaic, Chess, Knitting, Irish Dancing, Aikido, Jazz Dancing, Netball, Tennis, Squash, Climbing, Badminton, and Kayaking. Trips include Sayers Croft and a Bude residential. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 429 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are the many extracurricular options scheduled to avoid conflicts?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School continues to be an outstanding school where pupils thrive and feel safe. Leaders prioritise the care and welfare of pupils, ensuring that all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, live up to staff’s very high expectations.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "extremely well-designed and carefully organised," ensuring pupils achieve exceptionally well, particularly in reading, writing and mathematics.
- Teachers structure learning "incredibly well," using frequent opportunities to revisit content and "highly engaging activities" that deepen understanding.
- Reading is prioritised as an integral part of the curriculum, with pupils who fall behind helped to "catch up extremely well" through structured support.
- The school supports pupils needing extra help "exceptionally well," with needs identified precisely by well-trained staff and external help provided when needed.
- Leaders are described as leading the school "exceptionally well," with supportive governors and staff benefiting from high-quality training and manageable workloads.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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