St Joseph's Catholic Primary, Stanley

URN: 148412 • Stanley DH9 0NP

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic Primary, Stanley
URN
148412
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Mary Urwin (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01207232624
Website
Visit
Address
Front Street, Stanley DH9 0NP

Summary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, located in Stanley, County Durham, is an academy converter that serves a mixed-gender population of 224 pupils, with a capacity for 236. The school is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, which fosters collaboration among schools to uphold high standards for both staff and students. St Joseph's embraces children from various faith backgrounds, promoting an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The school's ethos is rooted in Catholic values, emphasizing hard work, compassion, and humility. St Joseph's is dedicated to supporting every child's learning journey, regardless of their starting point or individual needs. The curriculum is designed to encourage progress and achievement, with a focus on nurturing positive attitudes towards learning and respect among peers.

St Joseph's also prioritizes community engagement and parental involvement, providing resources and information for families. The school offers wrap-around care and various support services, ensuring that all students can thrive in a safe and welcoming environment.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
236
Pupils
224
Boys
106
Girls
118
FSM %
19.90
Open date
2021-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 224 106 118 236 19.90
2024-09-11 226 108 118 236 17.30
2023-09-11 225 104 121 236 12.40
2022-09-11 225 104 121 236 12.40
2021-09-11 236

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