St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow
Jarrow, NE32 4PJ · South Tyneside · primary school
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28th of 38 primary schools in South Tyneside we can score, 45 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 3,948 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2/10 among them, against 3.1/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| 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, Jarrow overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% 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%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2 out of 10 among them, against 3.1 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 230 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
Since the results for the expected standard sit below the national median, what specific strategies are in place to support pupil progress in literacy and numeracy?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow
Overview
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "well-ordered environment" where pupils thrive. The inspection confirms that the school maintains high standards in behaviour, relationships, and the quality of education, with pupils demonstrating pride and respect.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "excellent" behaviour and "warm and caring" relationships, with a strong sense of safety and community.
- Reading is central to the curriculum, with staff delivering phonics in a "structured, systematic way" and pupils showing enthusiasm for books.
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and clearly structured in core subjects, helping pupils build confidence in investigating and analysing topics.
- The school is highly inclusive, quickly identifying special educational needs and providing appropriate adaptations so "no-one misses out".
- Staff well-being is promoted, and there is a "positive and trusting culture" among adults, supported by effective governance.
Areas to improve
- In "a few foundation subjects," the essential knowledge and key ideas are not as clear as they need to be, limiting pupils’ ability to learn and remember new content.
- The school must ensure all subjects are "equally well mapped out" so pupils can learn effectively across the whole curriculum.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with an open culture that puts pupils’ interests first.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 87% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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