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St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy

Queen Street, Ramsbottom, Bury, BL0 9JJ

Academy converter · Ages 3–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2023

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65% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

90.0%

Writing

71.0%

Maths

87.0%

RWM Combined

65.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom

0.2 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

Emmanuel Holcombe Church of England Primary School

0.49 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Hazlehurst Primary Academy

0.73 km away · Academy sponsor led

Inadequate

Peel Brow School

1.08 km away · Academy converter

Requires improvement

Summerseat Methodist Primary School

1.92 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

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About St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Bury, Bury. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 192 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Queen Street, Bury, BL0 9JJ | More schools in Bury

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2023 — Good
Nov 2023 — Good (predecessor: St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Ramsbottom)
Nov 2008 — Outstanding (predecessor: St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Ramsbottom)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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What is St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy's Ofsted rating?

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy's latest exam results?

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy located?

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Bury, Bury (BL0 9JJ).

How many pupils attend St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy?

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy has around 192 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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