St Joseph's RC Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Lanark Road Maida Vale London W9 1DF |
| Phone | 02072863518 |
| Reference Number | 149488 |
St Joseph's RC Primary School demonstrates outstanding performance across all key areas including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. This is the school's first inspection since converting to an academy in 2023. The school is characterized by a nurturing and inclusive environment, where high expectations for all pupils are firmly held. The curriculum is ambitious and well-structured, promoting thorough understanding and exciting learning experiences for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 259 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 55.6%
Girls: 44.4% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 16.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 76.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 25.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 27.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 | 18 | 38 |
| 2 | 21 | 16 | 37 |
| 3 | 21 | 19 | 40 |
| 4 | 16 | 15 | 31 |
| 5 | 19 | 10 | 29 |
| 6 | 14 | 9 | 23 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, Other | 51.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 13.9% |
| White, British | 10.8% |
| African | 5.4% |
| Asian, Other | 4.2% |
| White & Asian | 1.2% |
| Caribbean | 1.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.8% |
| Irish | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 16 Apr 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 16 Apr 2024 | School inspection: |
| 05 Apr 2023 | Academy conversion letter |
Strengths
- Nurturing and inclusive school community.
- High expectations for all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Broad and ambitious curriculum that deepens knowledge and understanding.
- Exemplary pupil behaviour, fostering a calm learning environment.
- Strong foundation in early years supporting future learning.
- High priority on reading, resulting in enthusiastic learners.
- Effective support for pupils at risk of falling behind.
- Wide variety of enrichment activities promoting independence and responsibility.
- Strong leadership fostering a culture of reflection and community service.
- Commitment to staff well-being.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 78% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 17% |
Average Scaled Score
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| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 110 | ||
| Maths | 108 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 30 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 14 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 18 | 5 |
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