St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon
URN: 148629 • Bishop Auckland DL14 8NN
Overview
- Name
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon
- URN
- 148629
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 41.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alice Gibson-Crone (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01388602608
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Victoria Lane, Bishop Auckland DL14 8NN
Summary
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, located in Coundon, Bishop Auckland, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 112 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 120. The school is part of the Bishop Hogarth Catholic Education Trust and is committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.
The ethos of St Joseph's is rooted in Christian values, emphasizing kindness, respect, and resilience. The school aims to empower students to face challenges with confidence and determination, preparing them for future opportunities. The curriculum is designed to provide excellence and growth, fostering each child's unique gifts and instilling a strong sense of purpose and self-belief.
With a significant percentage of pupils (51%) eligible for free school meals, St Joseph's is dedicated to supporting all families within the community. The school promotes a strong sense of belonging and encourages children to become responsible and compassionate leaders, making a positive impact both locally and beyond.
The ethos of St Joseph's is rooted in Christian values, emphasizing kindness, respect, and resilience. The school aims to empower students to face challenges with confidence and determination, preparing them for future opportunities. The curriculum is designed to provide excellence and growth, fostering each child's unique gifts and instilling a strong sense of purpose and self-belief.
With a significant percentage of pupils (51%) eligible for free school meals, St Joseph's is dedicated to supporting all families within the community. The school promotes a strong sense of belonging and encourages children to become responsible and compassionate leaders, making a positive impact both locally and beyond.
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Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 120
- Pupils
- 112
- Boys
- 64
- Girls
- 48
- FSM %
- 51.00
- Open date
- 2021-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 112 | 64 | 48 | 120 | 51.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 126 | 68 | 58 | 120 | 45.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 119 | 69 | 50 | 120 | 34.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 119 | 69 | 50 | 120 | 34.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 120 |
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