St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
90%
Capacity
398
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Middlesbrough community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 398 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 444 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Moody, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7668th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 37 in Middlesbrough.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 53 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (23 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Rounders, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the North East 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 | Marton Road, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS4 2NT |
| Headteacher | Kate Moody |
| Local Authority | Middlesbrough |
| Number of Pupils | 398 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.6% |
| School Capacity | 398 / 444 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7668th of 13,686
Nationally
412th of 677
In North East
22nd of 37
In Middlesbrough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
23 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
98
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% 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
Marton Road, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS4 2NT
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