St Joseph's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy

URN: 147243 • Pickering YO18 8AR

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
URN
147243
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
NICHOLAS POSTGATE CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gerard Eddy (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01751473102
Website
Visit
Address
Swainsea Lane, Pickering YO18 8AR

Summary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, located in Pickering, North Yorkshire, is a mixed voluntary academy with a current enrolment of 84 pupils, serving a capacity of 105. The school is part of the Nicholas Catholic Academy Trust and has a strong commitment to nurturing the spiritual, cultural, emotional, moral, and physical development of its students. The ethos of the school is deeply rooted in Catholic values, promoting a supportive environment where each child is valued and encouraged to grow in their faith and learning journey.

The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to be broad and balanced, aiming for excellence and fostering confidence and enthusiasm among learners. The dedicated staff maintain high expectations for pupil behaviour and achievement, creating a positive atmosphere that enhances the children's enthusiasm for learning. The school places a strong emphasis on building relationships within the school community, encouraging collaboration between pupils, families, and the parish.

Founded in 1901, St Joseph's has a long-standing reputation in the local area, primarily serving children from Pickering and surrounding villages. The school features a spacious playing field and is committed to recognising and nurturing the unique talents of each student, ensuring they meet their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key details

LA
North Yorkshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
NICHOLAS POSTGATE CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
105
Pupils
84
Boys
37
Girls
47
FSM %
45.30
Open date
2019-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
North Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 84 37 47 105 45.30
2024-09-11 90 43 47 105 52.60
2023-09-11 87 38 49 105 34.20
2022-09-11 87 38 49 105 34.20
2021-09-11 94 42 52 105 28.10
2020-09-11 99 43 56 105 17.20

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