St Joseph's Catholic High School
124%
Capacity
992
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic High School
St Joseph's Catholic High School is a state-funded Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Slough community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 992 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (124% of 800 places).
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic High School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelly Riddles, it falls under Slough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.45 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 50.5. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 563rd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 12 in Slough.
St Joseph's Catholic High School is a popular choice with families — it received 398 applications for 160 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 170 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Catholic High School include Swimming Pool, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Theatre, Astro Turf, Tennis Courts, Science Labs, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Basketball, Football, Cross Country, Rugby and 6 more, as well as clubs including Newspaper, Young Enterprise, Drama, DofE and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.7%, which is well below the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Slough, St Joseph's Catholic High 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Shaggy Calf Lane, Slough, Slough, SL2 5HW |
| Headteacher | Kelly Riddles |
| Local Authority | Slough |
| Number of Pupils | 992 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.7% |
| School Capacity | 992 / 800 (124% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.45)
563rd of 3,141
Nationally
96th of 461
In South East
7th of 12
In Slough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
30.3
'22/23
25.8
'23/24
29.8
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
19Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed160
398
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
170 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% 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 High School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Shaggy Calf Lane, Slough
Slough, SL2 5HW
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