St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Oxford

URN: 123216 • Oxford OX3 7SX

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Oxford
URN
123216
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jessica Tweedie (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01865763357
Website
Visit
Address
Headley Way, Oxford OX3 7SX

Summary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, located in Headington, Oxford, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender enrolment of 393 pupils, serving a capacity of 420. The school embraces a Catholic ethos, aiming to foster academic excellence and personal development rooted in Christian values. The mission is inspired by St Joseph the Worker, promoting hard work, protection, and love within the school community.

The curriculum at St Joseph's is broad and inclusive, focusing on core subjects such as English, Maths, and Science, alongside Religious Education and a variety of National Curriculum subjects. The school places a strong emphasis on design and technology, reflecting its patron saint's background. Additionally, the school promotes social responsibility and encourages pupils to become independent, articulate, and resilient individuals.

St Joseph's welcomes both Catholic and non-Catholic families, creating a diverse community that values inclusivity. The school offers various support services, including SEND provisions and wrap-around care, ensuring that every child can thrive in a nurturing environment. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or attend an open day.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
393
Boys
203
Girls
190
FSM %
7.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-07-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 393 203 190 420 7.60
2024-09-11 397 217 180 420 7.80
2023-09-11 394 217 177 420 7.90
2022-09-11 394 217 177 420 7.90
2021-09-11 397 218 179 420 9.10
2020-09-11 411 235 176 420 10.00

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