St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Christchurch
URN: 113848 • Christchurch BH23 3DA
Overview
- Name
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Christchurch
- URN
- 113848
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth Rippon (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01202485976
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Dorset Road, Christchurch BH23 3DA
Summary
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, located in Christchurch, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender enrolment of 197 pupils, against a capacity of 235. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a nurturing environment where children and their spiritual growth are central to the educational experience. The mission statement reflects a commitment to live by the teachings of Jesus, promoting values such as kindness, compassion, and respect.
The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to be broad and ambitious, focusing on essential skills in reading, writing, and understanding the world. The school has achieved notable academic success, including recognition as a top primary school in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole for Greater Depth Reading. Ofsted has praised the school for its high expectations and the positive, supportive atmosphere that encourages student engagement and character development.
St Joseph's is also committed to inclusivity, ensuring that all children receive the appropriate support tailored to their individual needs, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school actively promotes British values alongside its Christian ethos, fostering a sense of community and responsibility among its pupils.
The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to be broad and ambitious, focusing on essential skills in reading, writing, and understanding the world. The school has achieved notable academic success, including recognition as a top primary school in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole for Greater Depth Reading. Ofsted has praised the school for its high expectations and the positive, supportive atmosphere that encourages student engagement and character development.
St Joseph's is also committed to inclusivity, ensuring that all children receive the appropriate support tailored to their individual needs, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school actively promotes British values alongside its Christian ethos, fostering a sense of community and responsibility among its pupils.
Useful links
- www.stjosephs.dorset.sch.uk/ (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Bransgore Church of England Primary School (70.2)
- Christchurch Junior School (67.9)
- Christchurch Infant School (67.0)
- Christchurch Junior School (64.5)
- Highcliffe St Mark Primary School (63.7)
Key details
- LA
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 235
- Pupils
- 197
- Boys
- 98
- Girls
- 99
- FSM %
- 33.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 197 | 98 | 99 | 235 | 33.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 215 | 110 | 105 | 235 | 32.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 216 | 107 | 109 | 235 | 25.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 216 | 107 | 109 | 235 | 25.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 211 | 113 | 98 | 235 | 22.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 217 | 127 | 90 | 235 | 19.40 |
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