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St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

Aldrens Lane, Lancaster, LA1 2DU

Academy sponsor led · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Jun 2024

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33% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

50.0%

Writing

54.0%

Maths

63.0%

RWM Combined

33.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Skerton St Luke's Church of England Primary School

0.53 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Lancaster Ryelands Primary School

0.89 km away · Community school

Good

Castle View Primary Academy

1.08 km away · Academy sponsor led

Inadequate

Lancaster Independent School for Alternative Learning (Lisal)

1.33 km away · Other independent school

Lancaster Dallas Road Community Primary School

1.53 km away · Community school

Good

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About St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster is a primary school in Lancaster, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 33% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 150 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Aldrens Lane, Lancaster, LA1 2DU | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jun 2024 — Requires improvement
Feb 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc… (predecessor: St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster)
May 2019 — Inadequate (predecessor: St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

What is St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster's Ofsted rating?

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster's latest exam results?

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster: KS2 2024/25: 33% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster located?

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster is a primary school in Lancaster, Lancashire (LA1 2DU).

How many pupils attend St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster?

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster has around 150 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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