St Joseph's Catholic Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Mill Lane Hebburn Tyne and Wear NE31 2ET |
| Phone | 01914282700 |
| Reference Number | 139878 |
St Joseph's Catholic Academy has made significant improvements since its last inspection, achieving a 'Good' rating across all areas evaluated. The school offers an ambitious curriculum that benefits all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and fosters a positive and supportive environment that promotes personal development and well-being. The robust Catholic ethos underpins the school's culture, contributing to a well-structured and settled atmosphere where bullying is minimal and students feel safe. Furthermore, the sixth-form provision is notable for effectively preparing students for future pathways in education and employment.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1357 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.44%
Girls: 48.56% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 19.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21.4 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 140 | 121 | 261 |
| 8 | 134 | 123 | 257 |
| 9 | 134 | 119 | 253 |
| 10 | 113 | 105 | 218 |
| 11 | 106 | 101 | 207 |
| 12 | 35 | 42 | 77 |
| 13 | 36 | 48 | 84 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 91.2% |
| Unclassified | 1.5% |
| White, Other | 1% |
| White & Asian | 1% |
| Indian | 1% |
| African | 1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.1% |
| Asian, Other | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 27 Sep 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 27 Sep 2022 | School inspection: |
| 30 Jan 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 12 May 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Jul 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 09 Feb 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| Previously as St Joseph's RC Voluntary Aided Comprehensive School | |
| 09 Feb 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 10 Dec 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Dec 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Jun 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 13 Jun 2007 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 26 Apr 2005 | Inspection |
| 26 Apr 2005 | Inspection |
Strengths
- Dedicated lessons that support individual development for all students.
- Strong Catholic ethos that enhances school culture.
- Well-designed curriculum that deepens knowledge and cultural capital.
- Good subject knowledge among teachers, especially in vocational subjects.
- Effective support for pupils with SEND.
- Robust personal development program including meaningful career guidance.
- Good behaviour management with minimal disruption in lessons.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent use of assessment by some teachers to address knowledge gaps.
- Lack of a robust system to evaluate the effectiveness of the PSHE program.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 45.5 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 41.1% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 61.8% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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UnlockGCSE Results
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 28.24 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 32.13 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C- | C | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C+ | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 5.6% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 106 | 6 |
| Third Preference | 39 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 123 | 60 |
Previous Years
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| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
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