St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
58%
Capacity
102
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 Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stockport community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 102 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Ann Reeh, it falls under Stockport local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9377th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 67 in Stockport.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 10 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, 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, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, 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 | Etchells Street, Stockport, Stockport, SK1 1EF |
| Headteacher | Ann Reeh |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 102 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.7% |
| School Capacity | 102 / 175 (58% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9377th of 13,686
Nationally
1354th of 2,065
In North West
42nd of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
55%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
33
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 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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Contact Information
Etchells Street, Stockport
Stockport, SK1 1EF
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