St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School
75%
Capacity
157
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Babergh community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 157 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maria Kemble, it falls under Suffolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1395th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 34 in Babergh.
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 22 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Babergh, St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | Beaconsfield Road, Sudbury, Babergh, CO10 1JP |
| Headteacher | Maria Kemble |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Number of Pupils | 157 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.6% |
| School Capacity | 157 / 210 (75% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1395th of 13,686
Nationally
129th of 1,612
In East of England
4th of 34
In Babergh
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
81%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Beaconsfield Road, Sudbury
Babergh, CO10 1JP
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