St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
54%
Capacity
45
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 45 pupils on roll, operating at 54% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Annette Savage, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 25% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13438th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 107th out of 111 in Cumberland.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 6 applications for 5 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (14 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication 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 Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Football, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Film Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School 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 | Yeathouse Road, Frizington, Cumberland, CA26 3PX |
| Headteacher | Annette Savage |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 45 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.7% |
| School Capacity | 45 / 84 (54% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (25%)
13438th of 13,686
Nationally
2022nd of 2,065
In North West
107th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
25%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
14 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
2025/26Oversubscribed5
6
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (83% 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
Yeathouse Road, Frizington
Cumberland, CA26 3PX
Yeathouse Road, Frizington
Cumberland, CA26 3PX
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