St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
96%
Capacity
231
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Warrington community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alan Saunders, it falls under Warrington local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6196th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 55 in Warrington.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 18 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 80% recommending the school (46 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Warrington, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the North 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Walton Avenue, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Warrington, Warrington, WA5 2AU |
| Headteacher | Alan Saunders |
| Local Authority | Warrington |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.5% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 240 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Apr 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6196th of 13,686
Nationally
892nd of 2,065
In North West
36th of 55
In Warrington
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
46 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% 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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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Walton Avenue, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Warrington
Warrington, WA5 2AU
Walton Avenue, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Warrington
Warrington, WA5 2AU
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