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St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Full Ofsted Report Requires Improvement 137 pupils Mixed Primary Dorset www.smsjwool.dorset.sch.uk Google Map Street View Last updated: Jul 2025

St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a primary located in Dorset, BH20 6DS. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 4 to 11. It currently has approximately 137 pupils on roll.

St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. It is part of the Diocese of Plymouth diocese.

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School Information

Phase of Education: Primary

School Type: Academy converter

Gender: Mixed

Ages Taught: 4 to 11

Boarding: No boarders

Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes

Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form

Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural town and fringe

Religious Diocese: Diocese of Plymouth

Local Authority: Dorset

Enrollment & Capacity

School Capacity: 210

Number of Pupils: 137

Number of Boys: 66

Number of Girls: 71

Special Classes Code: 2

Percentage on Free School Meals: 14.6

Last Changed Date: 2025-06-11

Inspection Report Summary

About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.

Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement

Category of Concern: N/A

Quality of Education: Requires Improvement

Behaviour & Attitudes: Good

Personal Development: Good

Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement

Early Years Provision: Requires Improvement

Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated

Safeguarding Effective: Yes

Inspection Date: 2024-04-24

Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website

Contact

Headteacher: Terrey

Phone: 01929462565

Website: http://www.smsjwool.dorset.sch.uk/

Location: Folly Lane, Wool

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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.

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      Frequently Asked Questions about St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

      What is the Ofsted rating of St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School?

      St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.

      What ages does St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School admit?

      St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School admits pupils from age 4 to 11.

      Is St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School a boys', girls', or mixed school?

      St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a mixed school.

      What type of school is St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School?

      St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a academy converter offering primary education.

      What is the crime rate near St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School?

      You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.

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