St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
96%
Capacity
154
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 154 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 160 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tom Kowalski, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12795th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 84th out of 87 in Doncaster.
St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 20 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School include Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Doncaster Lane, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN6 7QN |
| Headteacher | Tom Kowalski |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 154 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.5% |
| School Capacity | 154 / 160 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12795th of 13,686
Nationally
1411th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
84th of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
37%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
35
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Joseph and St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Doncaster Lane, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN6 7QN
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