St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Yeathouse Road Frizington Cumbria CA26 3PX |
| Phone | 01946810702 |
| Reference Number | 112350 |
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School has effectively maintained its standards as identified in the previous inspection, showcasing a warm and supportive environment where pupils feel safe and valued. The school has prioritized a well-structured curriculum that prepares students well, particularly in early reading skills. Notable strengths include pupils' behavior and their engagement in community activities, reflecting a commitment to personal development and citizenship. The leadership team has successfully navigated recent staffing challenges, ensuring stability as the school moves forward.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 45 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 42.22%
Girls: 57.78% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 26.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 4.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 15 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 10.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 5 | 9 |
| 2 | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| 3 | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 5 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| 6 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 93.3% |
| White, Other | 2.2% |
| Irish | 2.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 14 Jan 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 14 Jan 2025 | School inspection |
| 11 Dec 2019 | School inspection |
| 19 May 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Sep 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Apr 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit positive behavior and strong relationships with staff.
- The school prioritizes reading, with effective phonics instruction that supports early literacy.
- Pupils develop an impressive level of knowledge across various subjects, especially science and geography.
- Strong provision for personal development, fostering a sense of community and well-being among students.
- Governance is effective, with a supportive and proactive governing body.
Areas for Improvement
- Pupils' writing skills require improvement, particularly in handwriting, spelling, and punctuation.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 1 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 0 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Frizington Community Primary School
Main Street, Frizington, Cumbria, CA26 3PF |
0.19 miles |
|
Frizington Nursery School
Main Street, Frizington, CA26 3PF |
0.22 miles |
|
Arlecdon Primary School
Arlecdon Road, Arlecdon, Arlecdon Primary School, Frizington, Cumbria, CA26 3XA |
1.3 miles |
|
Montreal CofE Primary School
Ennerdale Road, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5LW |
1.79 miles |
|
Cleator Moor Nursery School
Ennerdale Road, Cleator Moor, CA25 5LW |
1.79 miles |
|
Kirkland Church of England Academy
Kirkland, Frizington, Cumbria, CA26 3XU |
1.91 miles |
|
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Todholes Road, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5DG |
1.97 miles |
|
Ennerdale and Kinniside CofE Primary School
Ennerdale Bridge, Cleator, Cumbria, CA23 3AR |
2.32 miles |
|
Moor Row Community Primary School
School Street, Moor Row, Cumbria, CA24 3JW |
2.74 miles |
|
Moresby Primary School
School Brow, Moresby Parks, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8UX |
2.88 miles |
|
Hensingham Primary School
Main Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8QZ |
2.92 miles |
|
Jericho Primary School
Windsor Court, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6UX |
3.03 miles |
|
Valley Primary School and Nursery
Whinlatter Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8DA |
3.43 miles |
|
St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School
Esk Avenue, Corkickle, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8AJ |
3.45 miles |
|
St Begh's Catholic Junior School
Coach Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7TE |
3.66 miles |
|
St James' CofE Junior School
Wellington Row, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7HG |
3.69 miles |
|
St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School
High Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7PZ |
3.74 miles |
|
Bransty Primary School
Mona Road, Bransty, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6EG |
3.76 miles |
|
Monkwray Junior School
Monkwray Brow, Monkwray Junior School, Monkwray Brow, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9DT |
3.92 miles |
|
St Bridget's CofE School
Main Street, Parton, St Bridget's Ce School, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6NY |
4.01 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Mayfield School
Campus Whitehaven, Red Lonning, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8UG |
2.62 miles |
|
The Whitehaven Academy
Cleator Moor Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8TY |
2.62 miles |
|
St Benedict's Catholic High School
Red Lonning, Hensingham, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8UG |
2.76 miles |
|
West Lakes Academy
Main Street, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2DQ |
4.23 miles |
|
Lakes College - West Cumbria
Hallwood Road, Lillyhall Business Park, Lillyhall, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 4JN |
4.69 miles |