St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy
113%
Capacity
381
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 381 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 336 places).
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tracey Churchill, it falls under Derby local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7239th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 58 in Derby.
St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 114 applications for 50 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Netball, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | St Joseph's , Mill Hill Lane, Derby, Derby, DE23 6SB |
| Headteacher | Tracey Churchill |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 381 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.9% |
| School Capacity | 381 / 336 (113% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7239th of 13,686
Nationally
656th of 1,353
In East Midlands
20th of 58
In Derby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
62%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed50
114
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% 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 Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
St Joseph's , Mill Hill Lane, Derby
Derby, DE23 6SB
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