St Josephs Catholic Primary School, London
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
St Josephs is an exceptionally happy school where children thrive academically and socially. Reading is at the heart of the curriculum with expert teaching that creates confident, enthusiastic readers. The school is ambitious for all pupils, including those with additional needs, and ensures they achieve exceptionally well whilst being celebrated for who they are.
Key Strengths
- Outstanding teaching of reading with well-trained staff and consistent phonics delivery from Reception onwards
- Ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum with expert subject knowledge from teachers who explain new concepts exceptionally clearly
- Exemplary behaviour and strong relationships between pupils and staff, creating a safe and trusting environment
- Excellent support for pupils with SEND and those joining late, enabling them to achieve the same high standards as peers
- Comprehensive personal development programme including debate, online safety, and celebration of diversity
Areas for Improvement
- Early years staff do not always check children's understanding closely enough before moving them on to new learning, meaning some children occasionally move forward without secure foundational knowledge
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Extracurricular Activities
Creative clubs, sports clubs, breakfast club, educational visits to London cultural attractions
St Josephs Catholic Primary School is an exceptionally happy and welcoming primary school where pupils flourish through a broad, rich and exciting curriculum. Staff have the highest expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs, ensuring both well-being and academic success are secured remarkably well.
At a Glance
54.1%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
16 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 83% to 91%. Maths has remained stable at around 86%. Writing has improved from 74% to 82%.
Class Sizes
19.3
Avg class size
17.3
Infant (KS1)
20.8
KS2
7
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
60%
Available places
133 pupils
223 capacity
90 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - London
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for London
Admissions Demand - Camden
Places available
1,458
Applications
1,366
Got 1st preference
80.2%
Got preferred school
94.9%
Primary admissions across Camden (2025/26)
Inspection History(8)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
7.39815%
Overall absence
25.80645%
Persistent absence
124
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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