Our Lady & St. Joseph Catholic Academy
118%
Capacity
562
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Our Lady & St. Joseph Catholic Academy
Our Lady & St. Joseph Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Nuneaton and Bedworth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 562 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (118% of 476 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sara Chapman, it falls under Warwickshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1494th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 25 in Nuneaton and Bedworth.
Our Lady & St. Joseph Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 178 applications for 70 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 94 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady & St. Joseph Catholic Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (103 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady & St. Joseph Catholic Academy include Art Studios, Forest School, Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Football, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nuneaton and Bedworth, Our Lady & St. Joseph Catholic Academy is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Riversley Park, Nuneaton, Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV11 5TY |
| Headteacher | Sara Chapman |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 562 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.7% |
| School Capacity | 562 / 476 (118% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1494th of 13,686
Nationally
149th of 1,378
In West Midlands
2nd of 25
In Nuneaton and Bedworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
103 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed70
178
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
94 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady & St. Joseph Catholic Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Riversley Park, Nuneaton
Nuneaton and Bedworth, CV11 5TY
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