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St Joseph's Catholic School

Salisbury, United Kingdom
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About St Joseph's Catholic School

St Joseph’s Catholic School is a mixed comprehensive, 11–16 secondary school in Salisbury, Wiltshire. With God’s love and inspiration, we aspire to achieve excellence.

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Key Facts

Founded 1965
Head/Principal Matthew Higgins

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews
Safety & Security 5.0
Teaching Quality 5.0
Communication 5.0
Student Wellbeing 4.5
Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
17.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Excellent
35.1
Teachers (FTE)

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

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

39.9
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
-0.64
Progress 8
Well below average
37.9%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
58.3%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

18.4% entered EBacc
6.8% achieved EBacc
103 pupils in cohort

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

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Emily W
Parent Jun 15, 2022
5.0

"St Joseph's is Our Home"

We've been at St Joseph's for 3 years now, and every year we're blown away by the kindness, compassion, and dedication of the staff. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the community spirit and sense of belonging. Our kids have thrived in this amazing environment, and we can't wait to see them take their next steps.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 5/5
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Helen K
Parent Feb 20, 2022
5.0

"Exceptional Education and Values"

We chose St Joseph's for its strong Catholic ethos, excellent teaching, and commitment to pastoral care. Our child has blossomed in this supportive community, developing a strong sense of self and a love of learning. The school's facilities are also top-notch, with state-of-the-art equipment and a beautiful chapel.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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James F
Parent Oct 25, 2021
4.0

"Some Great Aspects, But Room for Improvement"

We were part of St Joseph's for 5 years, and while we loved the school's values and sense of community, we felt that the teaching staff could have been more engaging and challenging at times. The extracurricular programs were excellent, and our child made some wonderful friends. Perhaps with a few tweaks, St Joseph's could become an even more exceptional school.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 4/5

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