St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
URN: 143515 • Newton Aycliffe DL5 7DE
Overview
- Name
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 143515
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Trust
- BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kirsty Evans (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01325300337
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Garburn Place, Newton Aycliffe DL5 7DE
Summary
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, located in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 121 pupils, out of a capacity of 175. The school prioritises a nurturing environment where children can develop academically, socially, and spiritually. The ethos of the school is rooted in Catholic values, promoting a sense of community and responsibility among students.
The curriculum at St Joseph's is enriched with hands-on learning experiences, including a Forest School programme and various pupil-led initiatives. The school places a strong emphasis on environmental awareness through its Eco School programme, encouraging students to engage with and care for their surroundings. Recent achievements include surpassing national averages in SATs, with 84% of pupils meeting expected standards in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics.
St Joseph's fosters strong partnerships with families and the local parish, aiming to involve the community in the educational journey. The school is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that each child's unique needs are recognised and supported, allowing them to thrive in a safe and loving environment.
The curriculum at St Joseph's is enriched with hands-on learning experiences, including a Forest School programme and various pupil-led initiatives. The school places a strong emphasis on environmental awareness through its Eco School programme, encouraging students to engage with and care for their surroundings. Recent achievements include surpassing national averages in SATs, with 84% of pupils meeting expected standards in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics.
St Joseph's fosters strong partnerships with families and the local parish, aiming to involve the community in the educational journey. The school is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that each child's unique needs are recognised and supported, allowing them to thrive in a safe and loving environment.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Latest News (calendar)
- News and Events (calendar)
- WE ARE ST JOSEPH'S (other)
- ADMISSIONS (other)
- About Us (other)
- Policies (other)
- School Prospectus (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 175
- Pupils
- 121
- Boys
- 53
- Girls
- 68
- FSM %
- 36.60
- Open date
- 2018-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 121 | 53 | 68 | 175 | 36.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 100 | 45 | 55 | 175 | 38.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 112 | 60 | 52 | 175 | 37.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 112 | 60 | 52 | 175 | 37.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 113 | 60 | 53 | 175 | 27.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 130 | 72 | 58 | 175 | 21.80 |
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