St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

URN: 148101 • Bradford BD5 0RB

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
URN
148101
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BLESSED CHRISTOPHER WHARTON CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Tolson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01274727970
Website
Visit
Address
Park Lane, Bradford BD5 0RB

Summary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, located in Bradford, is a mixed voluntary academy with a current enrolment of 332 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 350. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where each child is valued as a unique individual. The ethos is rooted in Catholic values, aiming to develop students academically, emotionally, and spiritually through a curriculum that encourages curiosity and lifelong learning.

The school's mission, "to protect with love all of God's gifts," reflects its dedication to fostering a supportive community. St Joseph's emphasizes the importance of friendship, kindness, and empathy, encouraging students to understand and respond to the needs of others. The curriculum is designed to be rich and engaging, providing memorable experiences that contribute to the holistic development of each child.

St Joseph's also prioritizes the promotion of British values, ensuring that students learn about diversity and the importance of safe relationships. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community to support the educational journey of its pupils, fostering a collaborative approach to learning and personal growth.

Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BLESSED CHRISTOPHER WHARTON CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
350
Pupils
332
Boys
178
Girls
154
FSM %
31.80
Open date
2020-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 332 178 154 350 31.80
2024-09-11 343 187 156 350 36.50
2023-09-11 334 166 168 350 41.40
2022-09-11 334 166 168 350 41.40
2021-09-11 321 150 171 350 38.70

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