St Joseph's College
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

How to get into St Joseph's College

Grammar SchoolStaffordshire, West Midlands21 days until registration opens

Gender

Mixed

Exam Board

School's own

Places (Year 7)

150

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

16.3:1

Healthy

About St Joseph's College

St Joseph's College is a Catholic selective school in Stoke-on-Trent where the motto "head, hand, heart" shapes everything pupils experience. The curriculum is genuinely ambitious, with most pupils studying the English Baccalaureate subjects, and teaching is carefully designed to help students build deep, lasting understanding across all areas. Beyond academics, the school offers an exceptional range of activities including retreats abroad, visiting speakers, and numerous clubs, alongside strong careers guidance that connects classroom learning to future aspirations. Pupils here are described as confident, respectful and kind, thriving in a community where high expectations sit alongside genuine warmth and support for individual needs.

Frequently asked questions about St Joseph's College

How do I apply to St Joseph's College?

Registration opens on 29 June 2026 and closes on 2 September 2026. The application deadline is 31 October 2026. Full admissions details are available on the official St Joseph's College admissions page.

What subjects does St Joseph's College test in the 11+?

St Joseph's College tests candidates in Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

When is the St Joseph's College 11+ exam?

The St Joseph's College 11+ exam takes place on 15 September 2026, 16 September 2026, 17 September 2026.

Where is St Joseph's College located?

St Joseph's College is located in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom.

Subjects Tested

Verbal Reasoning

Non-Verbal Reasoning

Ages & Pupils

1,132

Total pupils

Academic Performance

Attainment 8

62.4

Average GCSE score across 8 subjects

National average46.2

GCSE Grade 5+

77.6%

Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths

National average45.3%

School Profile

Address

London Road, Trent Vale, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 5NT

School Size

1,132 pupilsAbout Average

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

16.3:1Healthy

Religious Character

Roman Catholic

Consortium

School's Own

Test Format

Two papers: verbal reasoning (50 minutes) and non-verbal reasoning (40 minutes), multiple choice, standardised

Admissions

Published Admission Number

150 places

Qualifying Score

105

Out of Catchment

Accepts students from outside catchment area

Catchment Area

Catholic selective school with categories for Catholic and Christian applicants

Student Demographics

The percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals — a widely used indicator of the proportion of children from lower-income families.

6.1%

Free School Meals

The percentage of pupils whose first language at home is something other than English. Many of these children are fully fluent in English too!

24.4%

English as Additional Language

Pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan — a legal document that describes a child's special educational needs and the support they receive.

0.8%

EHCP

Pupils receiving SEN Support — extra help in school for children with special educational needs who don't have an EHCP but still benefit from additional support.

2.3%

SEN Support

Links

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