St Joseph's RC Primary School

URN: 106254 • Ashton-under-Lyne OL5 0ES

Overview

Name
St Joseph's RC Primary School
URN
106254
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.6 / 100
St Joseph's RC Primary School building in Ashton-under-Lyne

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Deirdre Kellett (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01457832360
Website
Visit St Joseph's RC Primary School website
Address
Market Street, Ashton-under-Lyne OL5 0ES
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Summary

St Joseph's RC Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside, with a current enrolment of 167 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment, guided by its Catholic ethos and the principles of love, care, sharing, learning, and living. The school's mission is reflected in its strong relationships with the local parish and community, enriching the educational experience for all students.

The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to promote academic achievement alongside personal development, ensuring that pupils are well-prepared for their future education. The school places a strong emphasis on British values and offers a range of extracurricular activities to enhance learning and social skills. Support services, including access to a school nurse and resources for mental health and wellbeing, are available to assist families and pupils.

Governance at St Joseph's involves active participation from parents and community members, ensuring that the school remains responsive to the needs of its families. The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Mrs Deirdre Kellett, strive to create a positive and engaging learning atmosphere for every child.

Key details

LA
Tameside
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
167
Boys
88
Girls
79
FSM %
21.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 167 88 79 210 21.20
2024-09-11 185 106 79 210 22.40
2023-09-11 184 104 80 210 22.00
2022-09-11 184 104 80 210 22.00
2021-09-11 186 98 88 210 14.40
2020-09-11 193 100 93 190 12.00

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