St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
94%
Capacity
112
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Tendring community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 112 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 119 places).
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Golding, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6067th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 33 in Tendring.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 17 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe 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 Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tendring, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | The Drive, Tendring, CO12 3SU |
| Headteacher | Samantha Golding |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 112 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.2% |
| School Capacity | 112 / 119 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 30 May 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6067th of 13,686
Nationally
642nd of 1,612
In East of England
12th of 33
In Tendring
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
65%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% 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
The Drive
Tendring, CO12 3SU
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