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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Marlborough Road, Sale, Cheshire, M33 3AF, Trafford
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
98.8 / 100
Top 1%
Better than 99% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
432
Capacity
420
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
103%
Faith
Catholic
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and impressive KS2 results, where 85% of students meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school stands out as a top choice for parents. The school ranks in the top 7% nationally for these key subjects, reflecting its strong academic performance. Additionally, 89% of parents express satisfaction, indicating a supportive community, though further insights could enhance understanding of its overall environment.
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Last inspected: 7 May 2025Quality 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%. | 85% | Top 7% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 25% | Top 4% UK |
Parent View (156 responses)
★★★★★4.2
School keeps me informed
97%
Good range of subjects
96%
My child feels safe
96%
Good range of extra-curricular
96%
My child is happy
94%
My child makes good progress
92%
Progress is communicated
90%
Behaviour is good
89%
I'd recommend this school
89%
School has high expectations
88%
School supports development
86%
School responds to concerns
58%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British58.6%
Asian Chinese7.2%
Asian Other6.7%
Mixed Other5.6%
White Other5.3%
Mixed W+Asian4.2%
Asian Indian3.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.3%
Black African2.3%
White Irish1.9%
Mixed W+B African1.6%
Other0.9%
Location
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53.42225, -2.31902 · M33 3AF
School details
Local authorityTrafford
RegionNorth West
URN149875
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.stjosephstrafford.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy rated by Ofsted?
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 7 May 2025.
Is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy a good school?
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy scores 98.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 1% 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, a Voluntary Academy?
Based on 156 Ofsted Parent View responses, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy receives a satisfaction score of 83% across all parent survey questions.
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