St Joseph's RC Primary School
URN: 116911 • Ross-on-Wye HR9 5AW
Overview
- Name
- St Joseph's RC Primary School
- URN
- 116911
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Hayley Francis (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01989564655
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Avenue, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5AW
Summary
St Joseph's RC Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, with a current enrolment of 174 pupils against a capacity of 210. The school embraces a holistic approach to education, aiming to develop the whole child with Christ at the centre of its ethos. This commitment is reflected in the broad and balanced curriculum offered, which is designed to cater to the diverse needs of its mixed-gender student body.
The school community is described as welcoming and supportive, with parents expressing satisfaction with the nurturing environment and the progress their children make. St Joseph's prioritises strong relationships among students, staff, and families, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration. Regular events, such as visits to local gardens and themed days, enhance community engagement and provide opportunities for students to learn outside the classroom.
St Joseph's also places emphasis on inclusivity, with dedicated support for children with special educational needs. The school encourages parental involvement through events like parents' evenings, ensuring that families are integral to the educational journey of their children.
The school community is described as welcoming and supportive, with parents expressing satisfaction with the nurturing environment and the progress their children make. St Joseph's prioritises strong relationships among students, staff, and families, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration. Regular events, such as visits to local gardens and themed days, enhance community engagement and provide opportunities for students to learn outside the classroom.
St Joseph's also places emphasis on inclusivity, with dedicated support for children with special educational needs. The school encourages parental involvement through events like parents' evenings, ensuring that families are integral to the educational journey of their children.
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Nearby alternatives
- Whitchurch CofE Primary School (73.9)
- Walford Nursery & Primary School (63.3)
- Goodrich CofE Primary School (60.6)
- Gorsley Goffs Primary School (58.7)
- Llangrove CE Academy (58.1)
Key details
- LA
- Herefordshire, County of
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 174
- Boys
- 95
- Girls
- 79
- FSM %
- 17.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Herefordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 174 | 95 | 79 | 210 | 17.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 170 | 91 | 79 | 210 | 18.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 127 | 65 | 62 | 210 | 22.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 127 | 65 | 62 | 140 | 22.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 125 | 65 | 60 | 140 | 23.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 109 | 54 | 55 | 140 | 20.20 |
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