St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy
65%
Capacity
156
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Derbyshire Dales community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 156 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stacey Carr, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8591st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 35 in Derbyshire Dales.
St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 11 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (10 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derbyshire Dales, 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Chesterfield Road, Matlock, Derbyshire Dales, DE4 3FT |
| Headteacher | Stacey Carr |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 156 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.0% |
| School Capacity | 156 / 240 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8591st of 13,686
Nationally
801st of 1,353
In East Midlands
18th of 35
In Derbyshire Dales
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
10 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
2025/26Oversubscribed11
19
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% 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
Chesterfield Road, Matlock
Derbyshire Dales, DE4 3FT
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