St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Hazelgrove Road Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 3PQ |
| Phone | 01444452584 |
| Reference Number | 147937 |
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School is performing well overall, with an overall effectiveness rating of good. The school demonstrates notable strengths in behaviour and attitudes, as well as personal development, both of which are rated as outstanding. The nurturing and inclusive environment fosters positive relationships among pupils and staff, contributing to a strong sense of community. The curriculum is ambitious, particularly in phonics and early reading, which is systematically taught, allowing all pupils to make significant progress from an early age. Additionally, the school excels in providing a rich array of cultural experiences and extracurricular activities that enhance pupils' learning and personal growth.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 425 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 45.65%
Girls: 54.35% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 4.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 43.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 30.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 29.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 30.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25 | 34 | 59 |
| 2 | 27 | 33 | 60 |
| 3 | 29 | 32 | 61 |
| 4 | 33 | 31 | 64 |
| 5 | 24 | 37 | 61 |
| 6 | 35 | 25 | 60 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 39.8% |
| Indian | 25.6% |
| White, Other | 5.9% |
| Asian, Other | 5.4% |
| African | 4.9% |
| White & Asian | 4.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.4% |
| Irish | 1.2% |
| Chinese | 0.9% |
| Unclassified | 0.7% |
| Caribbean | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 16 May 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 16 May 2023 | School inspection: |
| 04 Sep 2020 | Academy conversion letter |
| 09 Jan 2018 | Short inspection |
| Previously as St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Haywards Heath | |
| 09 Jan 2018 | Short inspection |
| 10 Oct 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Oct 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 15 Oct 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Oct 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 04 May 2005 | Inspection |
| 04 May 2005 | Inspection |
| 27 Sep 1999 | Full inspection |
| 27 Sep 1999 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Outstanding behaviour and attitudes among pupils
- Strong relationships between pupils and staff
- Systematic approach to phonics and early reading
- Rich cultural experiences offered to pupils
- Excellent training and support for staff development
- Ambitious vision from leaders and governors
- Effective safeguarding measures in place
Areas for Improvement
- Incomplete identification of precise knowledge needed in a small number of foundation subjects
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2019. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 39 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 50 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 44 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 50 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 31 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 41 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 34 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 50 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 17 | 20 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 31 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 50 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 36 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 33 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 50 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 38 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 50 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 32 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 50 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 32 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 50 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 47 | 3 |
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 67% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 12% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 107 | ||
| Maths | 107 |
Progress Scores
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| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 2.2 | ||
| Writing | 2.1 | ||
| Maths | 0.9 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 39 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 20 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 3 | 2 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Warden Park Primary Academy
New England Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3JR |
0.17 miles |
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St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School
Eastern Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3NL |
0.37 miles |
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Northlands Wood Primary Academy
Beech Hill, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3RX |
0.91 miles |
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Bolnore Village Primary School
Updown Hill, Bolnore Village, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4GD |
0.92 miles |
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Blackthorns Community Primary Academy
3 Blackthorns Close, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 2UA |
0.92 miles |
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Harlands Primary School
Penland Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1PJ |
1.04 miles |
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Lindfield Primary Academy
School Lane, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 2DX |
1.08 miles |
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Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Cuckfield
Glebe Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 5BQ |
1.73 miles |
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Great Walstead School
East Mascalls Lane, Haywards Heath, RH16 2QL |
2.06 miles |
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St Augustine's CofE Primary School
Vicarage Lane, Scaynes Hill, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 7PB |
2.12 miles |
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Oak Tree Primary School
Junction Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0PZ |
2.45 miles |
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Wivelsfield Primary School
South Road, Wivelsfield Green, East Sussex, RH17 7QN |
2.65 miles |
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Sheddingdean Community Primary School
Petworth Drive, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 8JT |
2.66 miles |
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The Gattons Infant School
Royal George Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9SL |
3.34 miles |
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St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School
School Close, Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9RJ |
3.35 miles |
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Birchwood Grove Community Primary School, Burgess Hill
Birchwood Grove Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0DP |
3.39 miles |
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Southway Junior School
Southway, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9SU |
3.52 miles |
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London Meed Community Primary School
Chanctonbury Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9YQ |
3.62 miles |
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St Peter's CofE Primary School
Holmans, Street Lane, Ardingly, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6UQ |
3.75 miles |
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St Giles CofE Primary School
Church Lane, Horsted Keynes, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 7AY |
4.3 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Oathall Community College
Appledore Gardens, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 2AQ |
0.69 miles |
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Warden Park Secondary Academy
Broad Street, Cuckfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 5DP |
1.52 miles |
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Hambrook School
Marle Place, Leylands Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 8HY |
2.85 miles |
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Central Education Ltd
Yew Tree Farm, Nash Lane, Scaynes Hill, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 7NJ |
2.91 miles |
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Ardingly College
College Road, Haywards Heath, RH17 6SQ |
3.01 miles |
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St Paul's Catholic College
Jane Murray Way, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 8GA |
3.21 miles |
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Burgess Hill Girls
Keymer Road, Burgess Hill, RH15 0EG |
3.39 miles |
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The Burgess Hill Academy
Station Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9EA |
3.47 miles |
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Chailey Heritage School
Haywards Heath Road, North Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4EF |
3.5 miles |
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Woodlands Meed
Chanctonbury Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9EY |
3.55 miles |
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Farney Close School
Bolney Court, Bolney, Crossways, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 5RD |
4.06 miles |
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Hurstpierpoint College
College Lane, Hassocks, BN6 9JS |
4.71 miles |