St Joseph's College
URN: 124883 • Ipswich IP2 9DR
Overview
- Name
- St Joseph's College
- URN
- 124883
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- D Clarke (since 2022) , Principal
- Previous head
- Danielle Clarke, Principal
- Telephone
- 01473690281
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Belstead Road, Ipswich IP2 9DR
Summary
St Joseph's College is an independent mixed school located in Ipswich, Suffolk, catering to students from ages 2 to 19. With a current enrolment of 577 pupils and a capacity of 700, the school offers a comprehensive education that includes Nursery, Prep School, Senior School, and Sixth Form. The college prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and personally.
The school has demonstrated strong academic performance, with 92% of A-level students achieving A*-C grades in August 2025, surpassing the national average by 14%. St Joseph's College supports a broad curriculum that prepares students for higher education and various professional paths, with many graduates progressing to top-ranking universities.
Community and support are central to the ethos at St Joseph's. The school encourages a strong sense of belonging among students and families, promoting involvement in various events and activities throughout the academic year. This supportive atmosphere is complemented by dedicated staff who are committed to helping students excel both in their studies and extracurricular pursuits.
The school has demonstrated strong academic performance, with 92% of A-level students achieving A*-C grades in August 2025, surpassing the national average by 14%. St Joseph's College supports a broad curriculum that prepares students for higher education and various professional paths, with many graduates progressing to top-ranking universities.
Community and support are central to the ethos at St Joseph's. The school encourages a strong sense of belonging among students and families, promoting involvement in various events and activities throughout the academic year. This supportive atmosphere is complemented by dedicated staff who are committed to helping students excel both in their studies and extracurricular pursuits.
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Nearby alternatives
- First Base Ipswich Academy (72.7)
- First Base, Ipswich (72.7)
- Parkside Pupil Referral Unit (60.2)
- University of Suffolk (60.2)
- Westbridge Pupil Referral Unit (60.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 577 | 350 | 227 | 700 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 594 | 350 | 244 | 700 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 575 | 354 | 221 | 700 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 575 | 354 | 221 | 700 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 591 | 366 | 225 | 700 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 612 | 377 | 235 | 700 | 0.00 |
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