St Josephs Catholic Primary School
London, WC2B 5NA · Camden · primary school
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19th of 38 primary schools in Camden we can score. 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 — 8.9/10 against 912 of them, against 7.4/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 62% | 5.04 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 38% | 2.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Josephs Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 133 pupils against a stated capacity of 223. 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 in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How are class sizes managed given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about St Josephs Catholic Primary School
Overview
Pupils "flourish at this exceptionally happy and welcoming primary school," benefiting from a "broad, rich and exciting curriculum" and staff with "very highest expectations." The report highlights that pupils are "very well prepared for the next stage of their education," with exemplary behaviour and strong relationships.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "very ambitious" and "well sequenced," enabling pupils to build knowledge effectively, with "exceptional" work quality in books.
- Reading is "at the heart of the school’s curriculum," with staff ensuring pupils become "confident and enthusiastic readers" through consistent phonics teaching.
- Teachers possess "expert subject knowledge" and deliver lessons effectively, ensuring misconceptions are "corrected straight away."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified with "precision" and "achieve exceptionally well" while following the same curriculum as peers.
- The school fosters a strong "family" ethos, with staff feeling "cared for as individuals" and parents being "very positive" about their children’s experiences.
Areas to improve
- In the early years, staff checks do not always "sharply identify whether children have learned the curriculum as intended," meaning some children move on before securing foundational knowledge.
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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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