St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Malvern, WR14 1PF · Worcestershire · primary school
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88th of 113 primary schools in Worcestershire we can score, 180 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 4,224 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 2.2/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
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, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2 out of 10 among them, against 2.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 99 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific activities are available within the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in higher standard attainment?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School is described as a “happy and friendly community” where pupils feel safe and behave well. The inspection found that the school offers an “ambitious curriculum” and that staff are “highly skilled,” resulting in pupils achieving well, particularly in reading. Leaders are ambitious for all pupils, and governors hold the headteacher to account effectively.
Strengths
- Pupils are “respectful of the school’s culture” and live up to high expectations, supported by clear routines and restorative conversations.
- The curriculum builds in a “logical order” in most subjects, allowing pupils to gain necessary knowledge and skills for future success.
- Early reading is taught effectively, with activities like book clubs helping pupils develop a “love of reading” and swift support for those falling behind.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “achieve well,” benefiting from quick identification of needs and strong collaboration with external agencies.
- Personal development is promoted through clubs, charity work, and multi-faith events, preparing pupils well for “life in modern Britain.”
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the “progression of knowledge and skills is not as clear as it could be,” meaning teaching does not always build on prior knowledge.
- Adults do not always “identify and address quickly enough pupils’ misconceptions when learning to read,” which can hinder progress.
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 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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