St Joseph's RC Primary School
Leavale Road, Norton, Stourbridge, DY8 2DTOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Joseph's RC Primary School is a primary school in Stourbridge for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 116 schools in Dudley. It ranks 7th of 19 primary schools in Stourbridge. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 14 November 2013, report published 12 December 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 14 February 2023
Pupils enjoy attending St Joseph's RC Primary School. They are friendly and welcoming to all. This is a school where there is plenty on offer and everyone is included. Pupils know that there is always someone to talk to if they have a worry. From school councillors to members of staff, pupils know that they can seek support if they need it. This helps them to feel safe in school. Adults act quickly to address any bullying. Pupils understand what bullying is. They know that if it were to happen, they would tell an adult and it would be stopped. Pupils are taught through the curriculum how to keep themselves safe and healthy. They are also taught that we are all different. They know that some families might be different to their own. They are respectful of this. Leaders want the very best for all pupils in school. Pupils live up to this. They appreciate the pupil leadership opportunities, such as 'rainbow warriors' and 'liturgy leaders'. These roles help them to prepare for life in modern Britain. Parents appreciate all that the school does. One parent, voicing the views of many, said, 'The school is a happy, nurturing and friendly place.'
What the school should improve
- In subjects where the curriculum is less well developed, the knowledge and skills that pupils need to learn are not always identified precisely. Teachers sometimes do not choose activities or resources which support pupils to learn well. As a result, pupils cannot always build on their learning over time. Leaders should ensure that all curriculum subjects clearly show the precise knowledge and skills that pupils must secure in order that teachers can select the best activities and resources for pupils to practise new learning and know more and remember more over time.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
30 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
201 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near St Joseph's RC Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oldswinford C of E Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 80% met the expected standard |
| Greenfield Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Gig Mill Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 52% met the expected standard |
| Pedmore CE Primary School | 0.8 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 88% met the expected standard |
| Ham Dingle Primary Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- EMMAUS CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY COMPANY
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Anthony Wilkes
- Phone
- 01384431980
- Address
- Leavale Road, Norton, Stourbridge, DY8 2DT
- Local authority
- Dudley
- URN
- 141477
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.