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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon

Victoria Lane, Coundon, Bishop Auckland, DL14 8NN

Academy converter · Ages 2–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Apr 2024

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70% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon, Bishop Auckland

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

90.0%

Writing

80.0%

Maths

75.0%

RWM Combined

70.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Victoria Lane Academy

0.07 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Prince Bishops Community Primary School

2.09 km away · Academy converter

Good

Kirk Merrington Primary School

2.48 km away · Community school

Outstanding

St Andrew's Academy

2.99 km away · Academy converter

Good

Cockton Hill Junior School

3.23 km away · Community school

Requires improvement

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About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon is a primary school in Bishop Auckland, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 70% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 112 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Victoria Lane, Bishop Auckland, DL14 8NN | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Apr 2024 — Requires improvement
Sept 2018 — Requires improvement (predecessor: St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Coundon)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon

What is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon's Ofsted rating?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon's latest exam results?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon: KS2 2024/25: 70% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon located?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon is a primary school in Bishop Auckland, County Durham (DL14 8NN).

How many pupils attend St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Coundon has around 112 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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