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St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington

Full Ofsted Report Requires Improvement 515 pupils Mixed Secondary Cumberland www.sjchs.uk Google Map Street View Last updated: Jul 2025

St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington is a secondary located in Cumberland, CA14 3EE. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 515 pupils on roll.

St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. It is part of the Diocese of Lancaster diocese.

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School Information

Phase of Education: Secondary

School Type: Academy converter

Gender: Mixed

Ages Taught: 11 to 16

Boarding: No boarders

Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes

Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form

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

Religious Diocese: Diocese of Lancaster

Local Authority: Cumberland

Enrollment & Capacity

School Capacity: 615

Number of Pupils: 515

Number of Boys: 222

Number of Girls: 293

Special Classes Code: 2

Percentage on Free School Meals: 38.0

Last Changed Date: 2025-05-01

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: Requires Improvement

Personal Development: Requires Improvement

Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement

Early Years Provision: Not Rated

Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated

Safeguarding Effective: Yes

Inspection Date: 2024-01-21

Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website

Contact

Headteacher: Nevitt

Phone: 01900873290

Website: http://www.sjchs.uk

Location: Harrington Road

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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 Josephs Catholic High School, Workington

      What is the Ofsted rating of St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington?

      St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.

      What ages does St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington admit?

      St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington admits pupils from age 11 to 16.

      Is St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington a boys', girls', or mixed school?

      St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington is a mixed school.

      What type of school is St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington?

      St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington is a academy converter offering secondary education.

      What is the crime rate near St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington?

      You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.

      Are there homes available near St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington?

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