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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF
Trinity Square, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 5JX, Essex
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
78.6 / 100
Top 21%
Better than 79% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
170
Capacity
210
Ages
2–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
81%
Faith
Roman Catholic
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, with 77% of pupils meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 19% nationally. Additionally, the school has a LocaleIQ score of 78.6, indicating it outperforms 79% of schools in the area. While the percentage of students achieving the higher standard in KS2 is 23%, which is commendable, parents may want to consider how this aligns with their aspirations for their child's education.
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Last inspected: 19 June 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 77% | Top 19% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 23% | Top 6% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British82.4%
White Other6.5%
Black African4.7%
Mixed W+Asian1.8%
Asian Other1.2%
Mixed Other1.2%
Mixed W+B African0.6%
Black Other0.6%
White Irish0.6%
Other0.6%
Location
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51.64542, 0.61808 · CM3 5JX
School details
Local authorityEssex
RegionEast of England
URN115201
School typeVoluntary aided school
Frequently asked questions
What is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF rated by Ofsted?
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 19 June 2024.
Is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF a good school?
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF scores 78.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 21% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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