St. Joseph's Infant School

URN: 148286 • Chichester PO19 1DQ

Overview

Name
St. Joseph's Infant School
URN
148286
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Hardy (since 2022) , Headteacher
Previous head
Laura Turner, Headteacher
Telephone
01243783709
Website
Visit
Address
Orchard Street, Chichester PO19 1DQ

Summary

St. Joseph's Infant School is a mixed primary academy located in Chichester, West Sussex, with a current enrolment of 152 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 135. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where children feel safe and supported in their learning journey. The ethos of the school emphasizes collaboration among staff, pupils, parents, and governors to foster a love for learning and encourage inquisitiveness.

The curriculum at St. Joseph's is tailored to meet the needs of its students, featuring engaging and creative topics that promote both academic and personal development. The school aims to provide high-quality teaching and learning opportunities, ensuring that all children can achieve their potential and develop lifelong learning skills.

As part of the Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust, St. Joseph's benefits from a supportive governance structure that focuses on continuous improvement and community engagement. The school welcomes parental involvement and encourages families to actively participate in their children's education, reinforcing the strong community ties that underpin the school's values.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
2 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
135
Pupils
152
Boys
76
Girls
76
FSM %
22.70
Open date
2020-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 152 76 76 135 22.70
2024-09-11 152 75 77 135 17.10
2023-09-11 77 50 27 135 26.00
2022-09-11 77 50 27 135 26.00
2021-09-11 69 39 30 135 26.10

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