St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
Main Road, Boughton, Newark, NG22 9JEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School is a primary school in Newark for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 364 schools in Nottinghamshire. It ranks 19th of 26 primary schools in Newark. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2018.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 9 May 2018, report published 11 June 2018
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 12 September 2023
Pupils enjoy coming to school at St Joseph's. They said there is not much that they would change. They feel safe because they know the adults in school will listen to them. From their first day, pupils take pride in wearing their uniform and are eager to learn. By Year 6, pupils are well equipped for positions of responsibility, such as house captain, librarian and prefect. They relish these opportunities. Pupils understand and display the importance of duty, service and compassion. They show good levels of self-discipline from an early age. Pupils' conduct around school is considerate and thoughtful towards others. They are confident that adults would deal with any problems they might have quickly and effectively. The school does its best to help and support pupils and their families. The school's religious character is evident through adults' warmth, care and ambition for every pupil. Pupils achieve well regardless of their ability or background. In the words of one parent, but typical of many, 'Everyone is welcoming and keen to engage in dialogue; a fantastic environment for children to flourish.'
What the school should improve
- The school's curriculum is not yet consistently strong in all subjects. At times, there is not enough consideration given to pupils' prior learning. Knowledge organisers are inconsistent in quality. This can result in gaps in pupils' learning. It makes it harder for them to know more and to do more. Leaders should continue the work to ensure that the curriculum in all subjects is well planned and implemented, so that it meets the learning needs of all pupils.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
30 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
224 pupils on roll, with places for 270
Schools near St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Parkgate Academy | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
| The Forest View Academy | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
| Maun Infant and Nursery School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | Not published |
| Walesby CofE Primary School | 2 miles | Report card: Expected standard | 58% met the expected standard |
| Thoresby Vale Primary Academy | 3 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Elspeth Wilkins-Campbell
- Phone
- 01623860392
- Address
- Main Road, Boughton, Newark, NG22 9JE
- Local authority
- Nottinghamshire
- URN
- 142093
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.