St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
103%
Capacity
432
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Catholic primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 432 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Damian Arthur, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1676th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 55 in Trafford.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 149 applications for 45 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (156 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 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 Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, 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 | Catholic |
| Address | Marlborough Road, Sale, Trafford, M33 3AF |
| Headteacher | Damian Arthur |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 432 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.5% |
| School Capacity | 432 / 420 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 May 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1676th of 13,686
Nationally
210th of 2,065
In North West
15th of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
156 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed45
149
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% 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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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Marlborough Road, Sale
Trafford, M33 3AF
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Opening Hours
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