St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Otley

URN: 139355 • Otley LS21 3AP

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Otley
URN
139355
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE BISHOP WHEELER CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Luke Gilhooly (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01943463840
Website
Visit
Address
Manor Square, Otley LS21 3AP

Summary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, located in Otley, Leeds, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 190 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on fostering a caring Christian community, where love and respect are central to its ethos. The mission statement, "As a family with God in our hearts, we love, laugh and learn," reflects the school's commitment to nurturing the whole child, ensuring that every pupil can thrive academically and personally.

The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to encourage high expectations and a positive attitude towards learning. The school promotes a culture of hard work and respect, with a focus on developing resilience and a 'can do' mindset among students. Supportive governors and dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a safe and stimulating environment for all children, regardless of their background or ability.

St Joseph's welcomes children of all faiths and backgrounds, fostering an inclusive atmosphere where families are encouraged to engage with the school community. Parents and carers appreciate the school's dedication to their children's growth and well-being, as highlighted in recent Ofsted reports. For more information, visit their website at [stjosephsotley.org](https://www.stjosephsotley.org/).

Key details

LA
Leeds
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE BISHOP WHEELER CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
190
Boys
110
Girls
80
FSM %
11.60
Open date
2013-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 190 110 80 210 11.60
2024-09-11 190 106 84 210 8.40
2023-09-11 197 112 85 210 7.60
2022-09-11 197 112 85 210 7.60
2021-09-11 196 112 84 210 8.70
2020-09-11 192 111 81 210 4.70

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