St Josephs Catholic Primary School
66%
Capacity
148
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About St Josephs Catholic Primary School
St Josephs Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Catholic primary school serving the Camden community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 148 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Moya Richardson, it falls under Camden 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 6143rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 38 in Camden.
St Josephs Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 11 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
St Josephs Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (16 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Josephs Catholic Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Tennis, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Camden, St Josephs 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 | Catholic |
| Address | Macklin Street, London, Camden, WC2B 5NA |
| Headteacher | Moya Richardson |
| Local Authority | Camden |
| Number of Pupils | 148 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.7% |
| School Capacity | 148 / 223 (66% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6143rd of 13,686
Nationally
1060th of 1,592
In London
32nd of 38
In Camden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
16 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
39
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Josephs Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Macklin Street, London
Camden, WC2B 5NA
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