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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell
Bury Lane, Withnell, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 8SD, Lancashire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
95.9 / 100
Top 4%
Better than 96% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
99
Capacity
105
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
94%
Faith
Roman Catholic
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, with 71% of students achieving expected levels in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 33% nationally. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 95% of respondents recommending the school, indicating a strong community support and engagement. While the percentage of students reaching higher standards is 14%, the overall positive environment and achievements make it an appealing choice for families.
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Last inspected: 8 October 2019Exempt from re-inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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%. | 71% | Top 33% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 14% | Top 20% UK |
Parent View (43 responses)
★★★★★4.3
My child feels safe
100%
My child is happy
100%
Good range of extra-curricular
98%
Good range of subjects
98%
Behaviour is good
98%
School keeps me informed
95%
I'd recommend this school
95%
School supports development
95%
My child makes good progress
93%
School has high expectations
91%
Progress is communicated
91%
School responds to concerns
61%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British91.9%
Black African4.0%
White Other3.0%
Mixed W+Asian1.0%
Location
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53.69491, -2.55876 · PR6 8SD
School details
Local authorityLancashire
RegionNorth West
URN119680
School typeVoluntary aided school
Websitewww.stjosephswithnell.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell rated by Ofsted?
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 8 October 2019.
Is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell a good school?
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell scores 95.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 4% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell?
Based on 43 Ofsted Parent View responses, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Withnell receives a satisfaction score of 87% across all parent survey questions.
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