What is the Ofsted rating of St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell received a Ofsted rating of Good at its most recent inspection.

How many pupils attend St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell has 224 pupils on roll.

What ages does St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell take?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell admits pupils aged 3 to 11.

Where is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell located?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell is located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE15 6JB, Newcastle upon Tyne.

How do I apply to St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell is a state school. Applications are made through your Local Authority (Newcastle upon Tyne) using the Common Application Form. The national deadline is 31 October for secondary and 15 January for primary admissions.

Does St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell have a religious character?

Yes — St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell has a religious character of Roman Catholic. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

What is the largest ethnic background at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 25% of pupils at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Benwell are recorded as Black African. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.