St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Coast Road, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool, TS27 4HEOpen in maps

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall is a primary school in Hartlepool for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 271 schools in County Durham. It ranks 4th of 30 primary schools in Hartlepool. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2017.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 8 March 2017, report published 6 April 2017

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Good
Safeguarding
Met

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 21 January 2025

Pupils achieve exceptionally well at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School. The school's nurturing and aspirational atmosphere is palpable. The school provides pupils with a wealth of carefully chosen leadership opportunities and experiences. Pupils are proud to contribute to the ethos of the school. They embody the school's values. This is a highly inclusive school. The school has high expectations for all pupils. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported to be successful in all areas of school life. The ambitious curriculum inspires pupils. The mixed-aged classes are well managed. Pupils are excited to share their knowledge with each other. Pupils' behaviour is exceptional. They conduct themselves with maturity at all points of the school day. They are kind to each other. The school teaches them to treat others fairly. Pupils have a deep understanding of fairness, equality and respect. Pupils know why this is important. The school provides a variety of extra-curricular activities that develop pupils' interests, such as coding, cooking and fundraising. All pupils engage with the activities offered. The school teaches pupils how to keep themselves safe. Pupils discuss important safety issues with maturity.

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Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

13 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths85%

85%, 23 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths23%

23%, 15 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score116

116, 10 above the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score111

111, 6 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score112

112, 7 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

84 pupils on roll, with places for 94

Eligible for free school meals27.4%

27.4%, 0.9 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language13.1%

13.1%, 8.5 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support19%

19%, 4.2 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan3.6%

3.6%, 2.4 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Blackhall Primary School0.2 milesOfsted: Good53% met the expected standard
Hesleden Primary School1 mileReport card: Needs attention to expected standard42% met the expected standard
Yohden Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good57% met the expected standard
Cotsford Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good53% met the expected standard
Dene House Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good59% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Mrs L Ashton
Phone
01915864308
Website
stjosephsblackhall.net
Address
Coast Road, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool, TS27 4HE
Local authority
County Durham
URN
148789

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.