St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
65%
Capacity
128
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 Rotherham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 128 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 Zoe Holt, it falls under Rotherham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10671st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 84 in Rotherham.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 15 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 64% recommending the school (14 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. 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, Art Studios, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rotherham, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Lidgett Lane, Sheffield, Rotherham, S25 2QD |
| Headteacher | Zoe Holt |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Number of Pupils | 128 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.3% |
| School Capacity | 128 / 196 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jul 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10671st of 13,686
Nationally
1144th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
64th of 84
In Rotherham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
14 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed15
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% 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
Lidgett Lane, Sheffield
Rotherham, S25 2QD
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