St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington
84%
Capacity
517
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington
St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington is a state-funded Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 517 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 615 places).
Ofsted has rated St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Ian Nevitt, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.63 is well below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 36.9. Additionally, ranked 2773rd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 17 in Cumberland.
St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington is a popular choice with families — it received 201 applications for 104 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 92 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, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington include Gymnasium, Tennis Courts, Theatre, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Swimming Pool, ICT Suite, Science Labs, Astro Turf, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Dance and 5 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Drama, Model UN and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.0%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Cumberland, St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Harrington Road, Workington, Cumberland, CA14 3EE |
| Headteacher | Ian Nevitt |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 517 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.0% |
| School Capacity | 517 / 615 (84% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.63)
2773rd of 3,141
Nationally
368th of 445
In North West
13th of 17
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly less 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.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
11Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
14Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed104
201
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
92 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 Josephs Catholic High School, Workington
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
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Understanding Progress 8
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Harrington Road, Workington
Cumberland, CA14 3EE
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