St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
65%
Capacity
299
Pupils
4.0x
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 299 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alexandra Hinton, it falls under Barking and Dagenham 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 9738th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 39 in Barking and Dagenham.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 20 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Dance, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.2%, which is below 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 | Connor Road, Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham, RM9 5UL |
| Headteacher | Alexandra Hinton |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Number of Pupils | 299 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.2% |
| School Capacity | 299 / 462 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9738th of 13,686
Nationally
1390th of 1,592
In London
33rd of 39
In Barking and Dagenham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
81
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% 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
Connor Road, Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham, RM9 5UL
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