St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
84%
Capacity
198
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 198 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 236 places).
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Roisin Wright, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9762nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 65 in Plymouth.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 30 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Gymnastics, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Drama, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the South West 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Chapel Street, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL1 4DJ |
| Headteacher | Roisin Wright |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 198 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.4% |
| School Capacity | 198 / 236 (84% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9762nd of 13,686
Nationally
958th of 1,469
In South West
48th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
54%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% 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
Chapel Street, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL1 4DJ
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