St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Brindle
73%
Capacity
88
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Brindle
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Brindle is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 88 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Brindle "Good", the school is led by headteacher SOPHIE BRIDGE, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5249th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 46 in Chorley.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Brindle is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 12 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Brindle parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 55% recommending the school (31 responses).
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, Brindle include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Coding, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Brindle 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Bournes Row, Hoghton, Preston, Chorley, PR5 0DQ |
| Headteacher | SOPHIE BRIDGE |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 88 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.2% |
| School Capacity | 88 / 120 (73% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Nov 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5249th of 13,686
Nationally
770th of 2,065
In North West
25th of 46
In Chorley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
31 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% 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, Brindle
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Contact Information
Bournes Row, Hoghton, Preston
Chorley, PR5 0DQ
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