St Edward's Catholic Junior School
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Capacity
255
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About St Edward's Catholic Junior School
St Edward's Catholic Junior School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 255 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 256 places).
Ofsted has rated St Edward's Catholic Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Heritage, it falls under Buckinghamshire 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 1603rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
St Edward's Catholic Junior School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (24 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Edward's Catholic Junior School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, St Edward's Catholic Junior School is one of the options available in the South 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Hazell Avenue, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 7JF |
| Headteacher | Joanna Heritage |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 255 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.0% |
| School Capacity | 255 / 256 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1603rd of 13,686
Nationally
214th of 2,034
In South East
19th of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
80%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
24 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Edward's Catholic Junior School
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Contact Information
Hazell Avenue, Aylesbury
Buckinghamshire, HP21 7JF
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