St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy
URN: 148482 • Dewsbury WF13 4HY
Overview
- Name
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy
- URN
- 148482
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BLESSED PETER SNOW CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 36.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Bulloch (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01924462053
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Healds Road, Dewsbury WF13 4HY
Summary
St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy is a one-form entry primary school located in Dewsbury, serving children aged 4 to 11. Established in 1965, the school operates under the Blessed Peter Snow Catholic Academy Trust since its conversion to an academy in October 2021. The school prides itself on fostering a caring and inclusive environment, where Gospel Values are central to its ethos, promoting both academic development and personal growth.
The academy has a current enrolment of 205 pupils, with a capacity for 218, and approximately 36.1% of students are eligible for free school meals. The school community comprises dedicated staff, governors, and parents who collaborate to ensure a supportive educational experience for all children. The Academy Council, made up of various stakeholders, plays a vital role in governance, policy-making, and safeguarding, ensuring that high standards are maintained.
St Joseph's is committed to providing a well-rounded education that encourages creativity and enjoyment, while also preparing students for future challenges. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and participate in various events and activities that enhance the educational experience.
The academy has a current enrolment of 205 pupils, with a capacity for 218, and approximately 36.1% of students are eligible for free school meals. The school community comprises dedicated staff, governors, and parents who collaborate to ensure a supportive educational experience for all children. The Academy Council, made up of various stakeholders, plays a vital role in governance, policy-making, and safeguarding, ensuring that high standards are maintained.
St Joseph's is committed to providing a well-rounded education that encourages creativity and enjoyment, while also preparing students for future challenges. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and participate in various events and activities that enhance the educational experience.
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Nearby alternatives
- Headfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School (64.3)
- St Paulinus Catholic Primary School (61.9)
- Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School (61.8)
- Bywell Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School (61.6)
- Diamond Wood Community Academy (60.4)
Key details
- LA
- Kirklees
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BLESSED PETER SNOW CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 218
- Pupils
- 205
- Boys
- 104
- Girls
- 101
- FSM %
- 36.10
- Open date
- 2021-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 205 | 104 | 101 | 218 | 36.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 211 | 106 | 105 | 218 | 35.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 212 | 108 | 104 | 218 | 31.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 212 | 108 | 104 | 218 | 31.10 |
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