St Joseph's Catholic Academy, Goldenhill
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Capacity
241
Pupils
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Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Academy, Goldenhill
St Joseph's Catholic Academy, Goldenhill is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stoke-on-Trent community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 241 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Academy, Goldenhill "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Hamilton, it falls under Stoke-on-Trent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9251st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 63 in Stoke-on-Trent.
St Joseph's Catholic Academy, Goldenhill is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 21 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's Catholic Academy, Goldenhill parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (20 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 Joseph's Catholic Academy, Goldenhill include Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Dance, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, St Joseph's Catholic Academy, Goldenhill is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | Mobberley Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 5RN |
| Headteacher | Laura Hamilton |
| Local Authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Number of Pupils | 241 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.0% |
| School Capacity | 241 / 240 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9251st of 13,686
Nationally
939th of 1,378
In West Midlands
41st of 63
In Stoke-on-Trent
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
20 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
26
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (81% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Joseph's Catholic Academy, Goldenhill
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Contact Information
Mobberley Road, Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 5RN
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