The short version
Average GCSE results. 86% capacity.
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 46.7 vs national 43.8)
- This school does not have a sixth form
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
46.7
2.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
22% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 4–16
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 222
- Capacity
- 86%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Cornwall
- Head
- Mr Oliver Scott (Headmaster)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
St Stephens Hill, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8HN
Town setting
Questions parents ask
Is St Josephs School a selective school?
No. St Josephs School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
How many pupils attend St Josephs School?
St Josephs School currently has 222 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does St Josephs School take?
St Josephs School caters for pupils aged 4 to 16.
Where is St Josephs School?
St Josephs School is in Cornwall, PL15 8HN, in the Cornwall local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does St Josephs School have a sixth form?
No, St Josephs School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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