St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

A academy converter school in North Somerset. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St Joseph's Catholic Primary School.

Portishead, BS206QB Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
Bristol Road
Portishead, BS206QB

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
151173
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Bristol Road, Portishead, BS20 6QB
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Opened
01-01-2025
Trust/MAT
THE CARDINAL NEWMAN CATHOLIC EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Capacity
210 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Clifton
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Courage Attentive Respect Excellence Stewardship

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School sits within the Diocese of Clifton and is part of the Cardinal Newman Catholic Education Trust. It is a Roman Catholic school where faith is central to its mission, with Gospel values underpinning the caring ethos. The school places Christ at the centre of its life, aims to develop pupils spiritually, academically, emotionally, physically and socially, and maintains strong links with its parish. A school-led Mass is held each term, and parish clergy visit the school; the Diocese of Clifton and local parish work with the school to support Catholic education and pastoral care.

Head Teacher's Message

Being the headteacher at St Joseph's is an amazing privilege! As a past pupil of the school with many family connections, I am pleased to work with fantastic children and staff who all love being part of what is a 'Happy Family'.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Football Multi-sports

Facilities

Large playground Extensive playing fields Conservation and wildlife areas Spacious classrooms Fully stocked library Specialist music room ICT suite

Curriculum Highlights

Two PE sessions per week Examples of topics include Roman civilisation and the human heart across curriculum A broad curriculum with English, maths and science, plus Art, RE, PSHE and other subjects as part of a creative and innovative curriculum

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Admissions Criteria

St Joseph's is a Voluntary Aided school. The Governing Body is the legal Admissions Authority. Admissions use North Somerset Council’s admission applications processing systems and are part of its coordinated scheme. For in-year applications, North Somerset handles administration. The decision to admit rests with the school’s Governing Body in line with published admission criteria. For appeals, see the North Somerset Admissions Appeals Code; admission arrangements for 2025-26 and 2026-2027 are provided. Supplementary information can be given directly to the school for consideration with the application.

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