St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Gerrards Cross, SL9 8SB · Buckinghamshire · primary school
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41st of 142 primary schools in Buckinghamshire we can score, 182 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 — 8.4/10 against 3,909 of them, against 7.9/10 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
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, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The school achieved a higher standard for 16.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join African Drumming, Girls Only Football, Boys and Girls Football, and Tennis. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 389 pupils against a stated capacity of 436. 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 specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the curriculum integrate the African Drumming club into the wider arts programme?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School has “improved significantly across all areas” since its previous graded inspection. Consequently, the school’s next inspection will be a graded one, reflecting the high standards maintained and enhanced by the current leadership and staff.
Strengths
- Pupils are “happy” and “keenly attend school,” demonstrating “exceptionally well” behaviour and “highly positive attitudes to learning.”
- The curriculum is described as “ambitious, exciting and engaging,” with staff using accurate checks to adapt teaching so pupils achieve “exceptionally detailed knowledge.”
- Early reading is “expertly taught,” with children getting off to a “flying start” and older pupils supporting younger ones as “reading buddies.”
- Mathematics is “taught precisely,” enabling pupils to solve problems and provide “detailed reasons” for their answers.
- The school fosters a strong sense of community, with pupils learning to “respect everyone regardless of background or beliefs” and engaging in activities like African drumming.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement, noting instead that leaders have a “highly accurate picture” of strengths and priorities for further development.
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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 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
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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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