St Joseph's Catholic Infant School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 2-7 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Marsh Lane London E10 7BL |
| Reference Number | 103090 |
St Joseph's Catholic Infant School is performing well, with a strong emphasis on safeguarding, academic achievement, and personal development. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and disadvantaged backgrounds, achieve well with phonics outcomes that meet or exceed national averages. The school promotes a positive culture where pupils feel safe and supported, contributing to their strong attendance and respectful behavior. The curriculum is ambitious and well-structured, fostering independence and a thirst for knowledge among pupils. Furthermore, children's well-being is prioritized, ensuring they have a nurturing environment to thrive in.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 128 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 43.75%
Girls: 56.25% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 23% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 50.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 28.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 29.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 | 16 | 26 |
| 2 | 15 | 17 | 32 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| African | 25.8% |
| White, Other | 22.7% |
| Caribbean | 7.8% |
| White, British | 6.3% |
| Pakistani | 4.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 3.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.1% |
| Asian, Other | 3.1% |
| Indian | 2.3% |
| Unclassified | 1.6% |
| White & Asian | 0.8% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Strong standard |
| > Leadership & Governance | Strong standard |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Strong standard |
| > Achievement | Strong standard |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Strong standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Strong standard |
| > Inclusion | Strong standard |
| > Early Years | Strong standard |
| Last Report Date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 15 Apr 2026 | School inspection |
| 19 Jan 2022 | School inspection |
| 17 Jan 2017 | Short inspection |
| 05 Jun 2013 | Full inspection |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 15 Sep 2008 | Full inspection |
| 12 Sep 2005 | Full inspection |
| 15 May 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong academic achievement among all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Clear and effective safeguarding practices create a safe school environment.
- Well-structured and ambitious curriculum that promotes knowledge building over time.
- Inclusive practices ensure all pupils feel valued and supported.
- Effective leadership with a clear vision for continuous improvement.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 9 | 4 |
| Third Preference | 9 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Willow Brook Primary School Academy
190 Church Road, Leyton, London, E10 7BH |
0.08 miles |
|
Riverley Primary School
Park Road, Leyton, London, E10 7BZ |
0.19 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Junior School
150 Vicarage Road, Leyton, London, E10 5DX |
0.36 miles |
|
Sybourn Primary School
Sybourn Street, London, E17 8HA |
0.42 miles |
|
Dawlish Primary School
Jesse Road, London, E10 6NN |
0.57 miles |
|
Thomas Gamuel Primary School
Colchester Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 8LG |
0.7 miles |
|
St Saviour's Church of England Primary School
Verulam Avenue, 33, London, E17 8ER |
0.72 miles |
|
Noor Ul Islam Primary School
135 Dawlish Road, Leyton, London, London, E10 6QW |
0.72 miles |
|
Newport School
Newport Road, London, E10 6PJ |
0.81 miles |
|
Edinburgh Primary School
Queen's Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 8QR |
0.89 miles |
|
Mandeville Primary School
Oswald Street, Hackney, London, E5 0BT |
0.91 miles |
|
Barn Croft Primary School
2 Brunel Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 8SB |
0.95 miles |
|
Kingsmead Primary School
Kingsmead Way, London, E9 5PP |
0.96 miles |
|
Low Hall Nursery School
Low Hall Lane, London, E17 8BE |
0.97 miles |
|
South Grove Primary School
Ringwood Road, London, E17 8PW |
0.98 miles |
|
Daubeney Primary School
Daubeney Road, Clapton, London, E5 0EG |
1.08 miles |
|
Barclay Primary School
155 Canterbury Road, Leyton, London, E10 6EJ |
1.19 miles |
|
Gwyn Jones Primary School
Hainault Road, London, E11 1EU |
1.24 miles |
|
Rushmore Primary School
Elderfield Road, Hackney, London, E5 0LE |
1.24 miles |
|
Downsell Primary School
Downsell Road, Leyton, London, E15 2BS |
1.25 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Lammas School
150 Seymour Road, Leyton, London, E10 7LX |
0.15 miles |
|
George Mitchell School
Farmer Road, Leyton, London, E10 5DN |
0.44 miles |
|
Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School
30-36 Lindley Road, Leyton, London, E10 6QT |
0.56 miles |
|
Kelmscott School
245 Markhouse Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 8DN |
0.78 miles |
|
Norlington School and 6th Form
Norlington Road, Leyton, London, E10 6JZ |
0.9 miles |
|
Belmont Park School
Leyton Green Road, Leyton, Waltham Forest, London, E10 6DB |
0.99 miles |
|
Leyton Sixth Form College
Essex Road, Leyton, London, E10 6EQ |
1.14 miles |
|
Connaught School for Girls
Dyers Hall Road, Leytonstone, London, E11 4AE |
1.17 miles |
|
Leaways School
18 Theydon Road, Clapton, London, E5 9NZ |
1.29 miles |
|
Harris Academy Chobham
40 Cheering Lane, London, E20 1BD |
1.3 miles |
|
Ickburgh School
Kenworthy Road, Hackney, London, E9 5RB |
1.34 miles |
|
Clapton Girls' Academy
Laura Place, Lower Clapton Road, London, E5 0RB |
1.45 miles |
|
Walthamstow School for Girls
Church Hill, Walthamstow, London, E17 9RZ |
1.45 miles |
|
Leytonstone School
Colworth Road, Leytonstone, London, E11 1JD |
1.46 miles |
|
The City Academy, Hackney
Homerton Row, Hackney, London, E9 6EA |
1.58 miles |
|
Hafs Academy
Unit 3, 26 Maryland Road, Stratford, London, E15 1JW |
1.6 miles |
|
Beis Trana Girls' School
186 Upper Clapton Road, London, E5 9DH |
1.61 miles |
|
Willowfield School
209 Blackhorse Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 6ND |
1.62 miles |
|
Cardinal Pole Catholic School
205 Morning Lane, Hackney, London, E9 6LG |
1.64 miles |
|
Buxton School
234 Cann Hall Road, Leytonstone, London, E11 3NN |
1.67 miles |