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
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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.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
700
Pupils
577
Boys
350
Girls
227
FSM %
Open date
1937-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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