St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wakefield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Spencer, it falls under Wakefield local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4297th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 97 in Wakefield.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 18 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 66% recommending the school (32 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication 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 Castleford include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Rounders, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Film Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wakefield, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Pontefract Road, Castleford, Wakefield, WF10 4JB |
| Headteacher | Sarah Spencer |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.2% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4297th of 13,686
Nationally
428th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
36th of 97
In Wakefield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
32 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% 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 Castleford
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Pontefract Road, Castleford
Wakefield, WF10 4JB
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