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St. Joseph's Infant School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

St. Joseph's Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Chichester, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 2–7, with 152 pupils, and a capacity of 135 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–7

Age range

152

Pupils

135

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

St. Joseph's Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, St. Joseph's Infant School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Sussex. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 152 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 135 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by West Sussex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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St. Joseph's Infant School — School Information

Full address
Orchard Street, Chichester, PO19 1DQ
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–7 years
Free school meals
22.7% of pupils
DfE URN
148286

Other Primary Schools in Chichester

If St. Joseph's Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Chichester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St. Joseph's Infant School

Is St. Joseph's Infant School oversubscribed?

Yes — St. Joseph's Infant School currently has 152 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 135 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St. Joseph's Infant School?

Admission to St. Joseph's Infant School is managed by West Sussex. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does St. Joseph's Infant School cover?

St. Joseph's Infant School is a primary school in Chichester, West Sussex, serving pupils aged 2–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St. Joseph's Infant School?

St. Joseph's Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.