St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the North Yorkshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gillian Delahay, it falls under North Yorkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1538th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 223 in North Yorkshire.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 15 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (54 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy include Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Netball, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Yorkshire, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Coppice Rise, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2DP |
| Headteacher | Gillian Delahay |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.1% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1538th of 13,686
Nationally
146th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
27th of 223
In North Yorkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
80%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
54 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
2025/26Oversubscribed15
49
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% 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, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Coppice Rise, Harrogate
North Yorkshire, HG1 2DP
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