St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
56%
Capacity
237
Pupils
4.6x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Barking and Dagenham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 237 pupils on roll, operating at 56% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rowena Lumber, it falls under Barking and Dagenham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1336th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 139 applications for 30 places, making it 4.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Dance, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barking and Dagenham, 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 | The Broadway, Barking, Barking and Dagenham, IG11 7AR |
| Headteacher | Rowena Lumber |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 237 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.9% |
| School Capacity | 237 / 420 (56% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Mar 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Oct 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1336th of 13,686
Nationally
331st of 1,592
In London
5th of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
31%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
81%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
139
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 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
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Contact Information
The Broadway, Barking
Barking and Dagenham, IG11 7AR
The Broadway, Barking
Barking and Dagenham, IG11 7AR
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