St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Middlesbrough, TS4 2NT · Middlesbrough · primary school
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29th of 40 primary schools in Middlesbrough we can score, 41 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 — 4.1/10 against 2,071 of them, against 3.4/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| 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, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, compared to the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 404 pupils against a stated capacity of 444. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. The school is described as a “happy and caring community” where relationships between staff and pupils are a strength. Pupils demonstrate “exceptional” behaviour and have “very positive attitudes towards learning,” contributing significantly to the school and wider community.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is “impeccable,” with low-level disruption being rare and conduct around the school described as “calm and respectful.”
- Staff are “well trained in identifying pupils with SEND” and ensure vulnerable pupils receive effective support, allowing many to learn alongside peers.
- The curriculum is “ambitious” and celebrates local heritage, with staff fostering a “love of reading” and ensuring pupils become “fluent readers” by the time they leave.
- Early years provision is highly effective, with staff using “traditional stories, songs, and nursery rhymes” to support communication and personal development.
- The school offers a “wealth of enrichment activities,” including educational visits and clubs based on pupil suggestions, which help pupils grow in confidence.
Areas to improve
- The school’s approach to teaching writing has not been “sufficiently systematic,” resulting in gaps in pupils’ knowledge of spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
- The school needs to further develop staff expertise to “consistently implement their new approach to the teaching of writing” and reduce errors in pupils’ work.
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 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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