St Joseph's School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy
111%
Capacity
234
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Joseph's School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy
St Joseph's School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Doncaster community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 234 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marianne Courtney, it falls under Doncaster local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5485th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 87 in Doncaster.
St Joseph's School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 28 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 4 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (45 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Joseph's School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Doncaster, St Joseph's School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Bevan Avenue, Doncaster, Doncaster, DN11 0NB |
| Headteacher | Marianne Courtney |
| Local Authority | Doncaster |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.4% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 210 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5485th of 13,686
Nationally
564th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
30th of 87
In Doncaster
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
45 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Joseph's School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Bevan Avenue, Doncaster
Doncaster, DN11 0NB
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