St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
89%
Capacity
408
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 Harrow community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 408 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 456 places).
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christopher Briggs, it falls under Harrow local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3748th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 38 in Harrow.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 130 applications for 58 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 include Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Art Studios, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Harrow, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the London 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 | Dobbin Close, Harrow, Harrow, HA3 7LP |
| Headteacher | Christopher Briggs |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Number of Pupils | 408 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.5% |
| School Capacity | 408 / 456 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3748th of 13,686
Nationally
748th of 1,592
In London
20th of 38
In Harrow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
71%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
130
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% 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
Dobbin Close, Harrow
Harrow, HA3 7LP
Journey to School
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