St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy
URN: 142827 • Matlock DE4 3FT
Overview
- Name
- St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy
- URN
- 142827
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Trust
- ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stacey Carr (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01629583616
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chesterfield Road, Matlock DE4 3FT
Summary
St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy, located in Matlock, Derbyshire, is a mixed primary school with an enrolment of 156 pupils, serving a capacity of 240. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment rooted in Catholic values. The school aims to foster a strong sense of community and belonging among its students and families.
The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to engage students in a broad range of subjects while promoting spiritual and moral development. The school places a strong emphasis on literacy and creativity, as evidenced by recent events such as a book launch that encourages a love of reading and learning. With 57% of pupils eligible for free school meals, St Joseph's is dedicated to supporting all students, ensuring equitable access to educational resources and opportunities.
St Joseph's Catholic Academy actively involves parents and the local community in its educational mission, fostering partnerships that enhance the learning experience. The school's website provides further information on its ethos, curriculum, and community initiatives, reflecting its commitment to the holistic development of each child.
The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to engage students in a broad range of subjects while promoting spiritual and moral development. The school places a strong emphasis on literacy and creativity, as evidenced by recent events such as a book launch that encourages a love of reading and learning. With 57% of pupils eligible for free school meals, St Joseph's is dedicated to supporting all students, ensuring equitable access to educational resources and opportunities.
St Joseph's Catholic Academy actively involves parents and the local community in its educational mission, fostering partnerships that enhance the learning experience. The school's website provides further information on its ethos, curriculum, and community initiatives, reflecting its commitment to the holistic development of each child.
Useful links
- Gender Pay Gap Report (governance)
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Our School (other)
- Our Mission Statement & Values (other)
- St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Lea Primary School (72.9)
- Stanton-in-Peak CofE Primary School (69.1)
- Crich Junior School (64.8)
- All Saints CofE Junior School (64.5)
- Matlock All Saints Infants' School (64.1)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 156
- Boys
- 69
- Girls
- 87
- FSM %
- 57.00
- Open date
- 2016-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-09-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 156 | 69 | 87 | 240 | 57.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 140 | 63 | 77 | 240 | 53.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 124 | 45 | 79 | 240 | 50.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 124 | 45 | 79 | 240 | 50.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 119 | 43 | 76 | 240 | 42.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 115 | 43 | 72 | 207 | 38.30 |
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