St Joseph's Catholic College

URN: 136980 • Swindon SN3 3LR

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic College
URN
136980
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC COLLEGE
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jerry Giles (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01793714200
Website
Visit
Address
Ocotal Way, Swindon SN3 3LR

Summary

St Joseph's Catholic College is a mixed secondary academy located in Swindon, with a current enrolment of 1,433 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,350. The college aims to provide a comprehensive education that not only focuses on academic achievement but also fosters moral development, preparing students to become capable and compassionate adults.

The curriculum is designed to offer students a broad range of choices and responsibilities, supporting their growth into young adults. The college places a strong emphasis on personal development, with various initiatives such as themed months and events that promote awareness and community engagement, including Black History Month and International Day of Non-Violence.

St Joseph's is committed to inclusivity, offering support for students from diverse backgrounds, including those eligible for free school meals, which helps secure additional funding for educational resources. The college maintains an open communication channel with parents and carers through regular briefings and newsletters, ensuring that the community remains informed and engaged in the students' educational journey.

Key details

LA
Swindon
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC COLLEGE
Capacity
1350
Pupils
1433
Boys
717
Girls
716
FSM %
20.10
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1433 717 716 1350 20.10
2024-09-11 1416 720 696 1350 17.50
2023-09-11 1359 687 672 1350 13.50
2022-09-11 1359 687 672 1350 13.50
2021-09-11 1338 677 661 1340 14.30
2020-09-11 1306 644 662 1340 10.70

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