St Joseph Catholic Primary School
101%
Capacity
242
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About St Joseph Catholic Primary School
St Joseph Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Three Rivers community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 242 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Linda Payne, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5865th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 25 in Three Rivers.
St Joseph Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 103 applications for 30 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph Catholic Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Three Rivers, St Joseph Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | Ainsdale Road, Watford, Three Rivers, WD19 7DW |
| Headteacher | Linda Payne |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 242 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.9% |
| School Capacity | 242 / 240 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (8 Jun 2023): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5865th of 13,686
Nationally
620th of 1,612
In East of England
20th of 25
In Three Rivers
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
66%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
103
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Joseph Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Ainsdale Road, Watford
Three Rivers, WD19 7DW
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