St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
URN: 138947 • Pontefract WF8 4AA
Overview
- Name
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 138947
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BISHOP KONSTANT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michaela Velayudhan Tomlin (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01977701493
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Newgate, Pontefract WF8 4AA
Summary
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a one-form entry academy located in Pontefract, Wakefield, catering to children from Nursery through Year 6. With a current enrolment of 227 pupils, the school has a capacity of 210 and offers both 15 and 30-hour nursery provisions. The school prides itself on fostering a welcoming environment where high expectations and a commitment to quality education are paramount.
The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to engage students and nurture their individual talents, encouraging a passion for learning and personal growth. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to provide well-planned lessons and a range of enrichment activities, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to succeed and reach their full potential. The school values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, believing that education is a collaborative effort.
Under the leadership of an experienced headteacher, who is also a former pupil, St Joseph's aims to create a happy, respectful, and spiritually enriching environment. The Academy Council plays a vital role in supporting the school's mission, working closely with staff to enhance the educational experience for all students.
The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to engage students and nurture their individual talents, encouraging a passion for learning and personal growth. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to provide well-planned lessons and a range of enrichment activities, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to succeed and reach their full potential. The school values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, believing that education is a collaborative effort.
Under the leadership of an experienced headteacher, who is also a former pupil, St Joseph's aims to create a happy, respectful, and spiritually enriching environment. The Academy Council plays a vital role in supporting the school's mission, working closely with staff to enhance the educational experience for all students.
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Key details
- LA
- Wakefield
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BISHOP KONSTANT CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 227
- Boys
- 115
- Girls
- 112
- FSM %
- 9.30
- Open date
- 2012-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 227 | 115 | 112 | 210 | 9.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 237 | 118 | 119 | 210 | 9.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 245 | 126 | 119 | 210 | 9.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 245 | 126 | 119 | 210 | 9.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 233 | 122 | 111 | 210 | 9.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 229 | 119 | 110 | 210 | 4.30 |
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