St Joseph's Catholic Primary School B/S
URN: 148491 • Bishop's Stortford CM23 2NL
Overview
- Name
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School B/S
- URN
- 148491
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ann Cassidy-Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01279652576
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Great Hadham Road, Bishop's Stortford CM23 2NL
Summary
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 429 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is deeply rooted in Catholic values, emphasizing love, forgiveness, and the importance of each individual's unique contributions to the community. The mission statement, "Live, love and learn in a caring Christian community," reflects the school's commitment to fostering a supportive environment where children can thrive both academically and personally.
The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to inspire and motivate pupils, encouraging a lifelong love of learning. The school aims to equip students with a strong moral framework based on Catholic Social Teaching, empowering them to recognize and address social injustices. Staff members prioritize the well-being and resilience of students, ensuring that they feel valued and included.
St Joseph's prides itself on creating a welcoming community where children are encouraged to develop their character alongside their academic skills. The school promotes a sense of belonging, with a focus on respect, kindness, and the teachings of Jesus, fostering a positive atmosphere for all members of the school family.
The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to inspire and motivate pupils, encouraging a lifelong love of learning. The school aims to equip students with a strong moral framework based on Catholic Social Teaching, empowering them to recognize and address social injustices. Staff members prioritize the well-being and resilience of students, ensuring that they feel valued and included.
St Joseph's prides itself on creating a welcoming community where children are encouraged to develop their character alongside their academic skills. The school promotes a sense of belonging, with a focus on respect, kindness, and the teachings of Jesus, fostering a positive atmosphere for all members of the school family.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Pupil Absence (sen)
- Special Educational Needs Information (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News and Events (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (76.8)
- Hatfield Heath Community Primary School (70.2)
- Northgate Primary School (70.2)
- Windhill21 (70.0)
- Northgate Primary School (67.8)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 429
- Boys
- 217
- Girls
- 212
- FSM %
- 7.90
- Open date
- 2021-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 429 | 217 | 212 | 420 | 7.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 434 | 222 | 212 | 420 | 6.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 398 | 207 | 191 | 420 | 6.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 398 | 207 | 191 | 420 | 6.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 300 |
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