St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole
URN: 140767 • Poole BH12 4DZ
Overview
- Name
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Poole
- URN
- 140767
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PLYMOUTH CAST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Neil McDermott (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01202741932
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sancreed Road, Poole BH12 4DZ
Summary
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Poole is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 390 pupils, set within a capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a caring Christian community where children can thrive academically and personally. Guided by the Gospel values of humility, compassion, and integrity, the school aims to instil a sense of responsibility and respect among its students.
The curriculum at St Joseph's prioritises high standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, alongside a strong emphasis on music and sports. The school provides a stimulating environment that encourages personal growth and development, ensuring that all children, regardless of their background or abilities, have the opportunity to succeed.
In addition to academic pursuits, St Joseph's promotes spiritual growth through regular opportunities for prayer and reflection. The school encourages parents to engage with the community, offering visits for those interested in learning more about its ethos and educational approach. For further information, parents can visit the school's website or arrange a visit.
The curriculum at St Joseph's prioritises high standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, alongside a strong emphasis on music and sports. The school provides a stimulating environment that encourages personal growth and development, ensuring that all children, regardless of their background or abilities, have the opportunity to succeed.
In addition to academic pursuits, St Joseph's promotes spiritual growth through regular opportunities for prayer and reflection. The school encourages parents to engage with the community, offering visits for those interested in learning more about its ethos and educational approach. For further information, parents can visit the school's website or arrange a visit.
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Key details
- LA
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- PLYMOUTH CAST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 390
- Boys
- 218
- Girls
- 172
- FSM %
- 19.70
- Open date
- 2014-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 390 | 218 | 172 | 420 | 19.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 384 | 206 | 178 | 420 | 18.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 388 | 217 | 171 | 420 | 18.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 388 | 217 | 171 | 420 | 18.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 375 | 200 | 175 | 420 | 18.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 383 | 209 | 174 | 320 | 14.10 |
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