Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School

URN: 100264 • London N1 4JB

Overview

Name
Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School
URN
100264
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
68.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Aoife O'Grady (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02072547353
Website
Visit
Address
Buckingham Road, London N1 4JB

Summary

Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Hackney, London, catering to a mixed-gender student body of 201 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school is deeply rooted in its community and promotes a close-knit environment where staff, students, and families collaborate to foster a supportive atmosphere. The school's motto, "Shine with love, kindness, and respect," reflects its commitment to nurturing empathy and emotional development alongside academic growth.

The curriculum is designed to be inclusive and diverse, offering students opportunities to learn from one another and participate in events such as Cultural Diversity Day. The school values parental involvement, encouraging active participation in school activities and decision-making processes. This collaborative approach extends to after-school clubs and activities, which are accessible and affordable for families.

Headteacher Aoife O'Grady emphasizes the importance of knowing each child individually, ensuring that their educational journey is tailored to their needs. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and spiritually, preparing them for future success.

Key details

LA
Hackney
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
201
Boys
114
Girls
87
FSM %
24.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 201 114 87 210 24.40
2024-09-11 200 111 89 210 25.50
2023-09-11 199 98 101 210 23.10
2022-09-11 199 98 101 210 23.10
2021-09-11 209 97 112 210 22.50
2020-09-11 224 105 119 240 19.40

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