St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
105%
Capacity
220
Pupils
2.7x
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 Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 220 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 210 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 Richard Hilton, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7441st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 44 in Bassetlaw.
St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 23 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. 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 ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Tennis, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Drama, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the East 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 | Babworth Road, Retford, Bassetlaw, DN22 7BP |
| Headteacher | Richard Hilton |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.6% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 210 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7441st of 13,686
Nationally
683rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
15th of 44
In Bassetlaw
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% 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 School, a Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Babworth Road, Retford
Bassetlaw, DN22 7BP
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