Our Lady & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
39%
Capacity
37
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Our Lady & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Our Lady & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 37 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (39% of 96 places).
Ofsted has rated Our Lady & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher David Miller, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6506th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 84th out of 170 in County Durham.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Dance, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Our Lady & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the North East 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Durham Road, Durham, County Durham, DH7 7LF |
| Headteacher | David Miller |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 37 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.7% |
| School Capacity | 37 / 96 (39% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6506th of 13,686
Nationally
343rd of 677
In North East
84th of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Durham Road, Durham
County Durham, DH7 7LF
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