St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
89%
Capacity
186
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Birmingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 186 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Ashley, it falls under Birmingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11137th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 224th out of 254 in Birmingham.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 24 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Netball, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Science Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 74.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Birmingham, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the West 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Rocky Lane, Birmingham, Birmingham, B7 5HA |
| Headteacher | Michelle Ashley |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 74.2% |
| School Capacity | 186 / 210 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 May 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11137th of 13,686
Nationally
1156th of 1,378
In West Midlands
224th of 254
In Birmingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
48%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% 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
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Contact Information
Rocky Lane, Birmingham
Birmingham, B7 5HA
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