St Joseph's College
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire · ST4 5NT
St Joseph's College is a Catholic selective grammar school in Stoke-on-Trent with strong academic credentials and a philosophy centred on 'Head, Hand, Heart'. The school serves 1,145 pupils across the main school and sixth form, drawing on a long tradition of academic excellence with consistently high GCSE and A-level results. Its ethos emphasises inclusive welcome and diversity alongside rigorous academic standards.
- →Consistently high GCSE and A-level results, with 94% achieving grade 4+ in English and maths and 37% of all grades at grade 7+
- →Selective grammar entry ensures academically ambitious peer group
- →Strong Catholic identity combined with inclusive admissions welcoming families of all faiths
- →Comprehensive sixth form with breadth of A-level provision
Who thrives here
Academically motivated pupils seeking rigorous teaching and a clear progression pathway; families valuing Catholic education or drawn to the school's character-led ethos.
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Contact & visit
London Road, Trent Vale
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
ST4 5NT
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Frequently asked questions
How much does St Joseph's College cost?
St Joseph's College is a state grammar school, so there are no tuition fees — places are free and allocated by the 11-plus exam and the school’s admissions criteria.
How do you get into St Joseph's College?
St Joseph's College admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are St Joseph's College's exam results?
At St Joseph's College, 16% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 40.7% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is St Joseph's College a boarding school?
St Joseph's College is a day school in Stoke-on-Trent and does not offer boarding.
What is St Joseph's College's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated St Joseph's College “Excellent” (2019). This grading is no longer issued — both inspectorates have since changed how they report outcomes.
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What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong academic results and consistent high attainment in examinations
✓Inclusive Catholic ethos welcoming families of diverse backgrounds and faiths
✓Well-structured pastoral care and communication with parents
✓Breadth of sixth form provision with clear university pathway support
Common concerns
!Lack of recent Ofsted inspection limits independent verification of current practice; previous 'Outstanding' rating predates significant educational policy shifts