About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford warmly welcomes students and families to its Castleford community, fostering a love of learning in a supportive and inclusive environment. Our school is dedicated to providing a high-quality education that prepares students for future success. We value the unique qualities of each child and strive to help them grow into confident, compassionate individuals.

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Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 32 responses • 15.5% response rate

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My child is happy at this school

75.1% positive 21.9% negative

My child feels safe at this school

68.8% positive 31.3% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

75% positive 25% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

90.6% positive 6.3% negative

My child does well at this school

87.6% positive 12.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 32 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
22.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
9.4
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

60.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths
Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford has 2 reviews. Your honest review helps families make better school decisions.

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Emily J Unconfirmed
Parent Aug 2, 2025
4.0

"Excellent School, Caring Teachers"

We've been sending our children to St Joseph's for several years now and have always been impressed with the care and attention they receive. The teachers are truly dedicated to the children's education and well-being. We feel so lucky to have found such a wonderful school in Castleford.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 4/5
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David T Unconfirmed
Parent Feb 27, 2025
5.0

"Outstanding Education and Values"

As a parent, it's wonderful to know that your children are in a safe and supportive environment where they can thrive academically and spiritually. St Joseph's has exceeded our expectations in every way, from the excellent teaching staff to the wide range of extracurricular activities available. We highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a top-notch education in Castleford.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5

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