St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School
118%
Capacity
248
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School
St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 248 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (118% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jude Ryan, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5563rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 47 in Knowsley.
St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Cricket, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the North West 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 | Bewley Drive, Kirkby, Liverpool, Knowsley, L32 9PF |
| Headteacher | Jude Ryan |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.8% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 210 (118% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5563rd of 13,686
Nationally
799th of 2,065
In North West
16th of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
67%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bewley Drive, Kirkby, Liverpool
Knowsley, L32 9PF
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