St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy
94%
Capacity
322
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Kirklees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 322 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 341 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Marshall, it falls under Kirklees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11735th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 77th out of 94 in Kirklees.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 39 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 82% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kirklees, St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Grosvenor Road, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD5 9HU |
| Headteacher | David Marshall |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Number of Pupils | 322 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.7% |
| School Capacity | 322 / 341 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11735th of 13,686
Nationally
1274th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
77th of 94
In Kirklees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
34 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% 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 Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Grosvenor Road, Huddersfield
Kirklees, HD5 9HU
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