St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
107%
Capacity
338
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Cheshire West and Chester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 338 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martine Gum, it falls under Cheshire West and Chester local authority.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 33 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy include Art Studios, Forest School, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Athletics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Chess, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cheshire West and Chester, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy 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 | Woodford Lane, Winsford, Cheshire West and Chester, CW7 2JS |
| Headteacher | Martine Gum |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Number of Pupils | 338 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.9% |
| School Capacity | 338 / 315 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2018): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Woodford Lane, Winsford
Cheshire West and Chester, CW7 2JS
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