St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Barnoldswick

URN: 119685 • Barnoldswick BB18 5EN

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Barnoldswick
URN
119685
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Natalie Wood (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
West Close Road, Barnoldswick BB18 5EN

Summary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, located in Barnoldswick, Lancashire, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 122 pupils, with a capacity of 140. The school prides itself on fostering a strong sense of community, emphasizing the partnership between home and school to support children's educational journeys. The headteacher, Carmen Hargreaves, highlights the importance of engaging parents and building on the knowledge children bring from home.

The school offers a nurturing environment with expansive grounds that include well-equipped sports areas and inviting play spaces. This setting supports a holistic approach to education, encouraging both academic achievement and personal development. St Joseph's aims to instill a love for learning and promote well-being among its students.

With a focus on Catholic values, the school community is committed to creating a caring atmosphere where students are encouraged to be polite and supportive of one another. St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is dedicated to ensuring that every child can reach their full potential in a safe and welcoming environment.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
140
Pupils
122
Boys
63
Girls
59
FSM %
12.30
Open date
Close date
2024-02-29
Last Ofsted
2023-02-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 122 63 59 140 12.30
2024-09-11 122 63 59 140 12.30
2023-09-11 128 65 63 140 17.20
2022-09-11 128 65 63 140 17.20
2021-09-11 132 66 66 140 12.90
2020-09-11 131 66 65 140 6.90

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