St Joseph's RC Primary School
London, W9 1DF · Westminster · primary school
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7th of 32 primary schools in Westminster we can score, 33 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 8.9/10 against 4,166 of them, against 8.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
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 RC Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 17.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Coding, Mandarin, Italian, Junior Adventures Group, and Climate Club, alongside football and arts & crafts. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 264 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
What specific support is offered to pupils who do not reach the higher standard? How are the language clubs structured for beginners?
What Ofsted said about St Joseph's RC Primary School
Overview
St Joseph’s RC Primary School is described as a “nurturing and inclusive school community” where leaders maintain “high expectations for all pupils.” The inspection found that pupils are “very well prepared for the next stage of their education” and benefit from a “broad and highly ambitious” curriculum.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “extremely rich and ambitious,” with content that is “logically sequenced” to help pupils “build a depth of knowledge and understanding.”
- Reading is given “high priority,” with staff delivering phonics “with precision” and swiftly identifying those at risk of falling behind.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “swiftly identified” and achieve “exceptionally well” while following the same curriculum as their peers.
- Behaviour is “exemplary,” with pupils described as “kind, responsible and respectful” who demonstrate “high levels of self-control.”
- A “wide variety of enrichment activities” allows pupils to take on responsibilities, such as serving on the school council, fostering independence and confidence.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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