St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate
URN: 148704 • Durham DH1 2JQ
Overview
- Name
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate
- URN
- 148704
- 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
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 41.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Miller (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01913865611
- Website
- Visit St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gilesgate website
- Address
-
Mill Lane, Durham DH1 2JQ
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Summary
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, located in Gilesgate, Durham, is an academy converter that serves a mixed-gender population of 89 pupils, with a capacity of 157. The school is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, which emphasizes a strong Catholic ethos and values in its educational approach. The school aims to foster a supportive and nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to promote holistic development, integrating core academic subjects with Catholic teachings and values. The school places a significant emphasis on collective worship, prayer, and community involvement, encouraging students to engage in social justice initiatives through programs like Mini Vinnies. Additionally, St Joseph's provides support for students with special educational needs and offers wrap-around care to assist working families.
With a focus on British values and a commitment to safeguarding, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School strives to create a safe and inclusive environment for all students. The school actively involves parents and the wider community in its activities, fostering a strong sense of belonging and partnership.
The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to promote holistic development, integrating core academic subjects with Catholic teachings and values. The school places a significant emphasis on collective worship, prayer, and community involvement, encouraging students to engage in social justice initiatives through programs like Mini Vinnies. Additionally, St Joseph's provides support for students with special educational needs and offers wrap-around care to assist working families.
With a focus on British values and a commitment to safeguarding, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School strives to create a safe and inclusive environment for all students. The school actively involves parents and the wider community in its activities, fostering a strong sense of belonging and partnership.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- 6th December Issue 10 (download)
- 6th December Issue 7 (download)
- 6th December Issue 8 (download)
- 6th December Issue 9 (download)
- 8th January Issue 11 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates / School Day (other)
- Policies (other)
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
- 157
- Pupils
- 89
- Boys
- 43
- Girls
- 46
- FSM %
- 26.40
- Open date
- 2021-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 89 | 43 | 46 | 157 | 26.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 99 | 50 | 49 | 157 | 31.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 110 | 64 | 46 | 157 | 32.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 110 | 64 | 46 | 157 | 32.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 157 |
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