Question 1

Is St. Joseph’s Infant School a good school?

Accepted Answer

Ofsted judged St. Joseph’s Infant School to be Good at its inspection dated 09 November 2023 (published 12 January 2024). The report highlights a well-designed reading curriculum and support for pupils who fall behind, alongside areas to improve such as consistent delivery of the phonics programme and curriculum sequencing in some subjects.

Question 2

What are the fees at St. Joseph’s Infant School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state school, so there are no tuition fees for Reception to Year 2. The school does publish information about optional paid wraparound care, and nursery arrangements can include funded hours for eligible families.

Question 3

How do I apply for Reception entry in September 2027?

Accepted Answer

Reception places are coordinated by West Sussex County Council. For September 2027 entry, applications open in the week beginning 5 October 2026, on-time applications close on 15 January 2027, with outcomes issued on 16 April 2027 for on-time applicants.

Question 4

Does the school have nursery provision and funded hours?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The school offers nursery provision and states it accepts 15-hour and 30-hour funding codes for eligible families. Check the school’s nursery information for current session structures.

Question 5

What are the school day start and finish times?

Accepted Answer

The school publishes a daily timetable including gates opening at 8.30am, registration at 8.45am, and the end of the school day at 3.15pm.

Question 6

Is there before and after-school care?

Accepted Answer

The school promotes Whizz Kids before and after school club for wraparound care. It also runs JAM Club (Jesus and Me) on Thursday mornings from 8am.

Question 7

What is distinctive about early years and Key Stage 1 learning here?

Accepted Answer

The school describes a balanced Early Years approach combining adult-led activities, targeted phonics and structured interactions with play-based learning and outdoor learning. It also references coordination with curriculum leaders across nursery, Key Stage 1 and the adjoining junior school to support sequencing and progression.

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