St Joseph's College
Ipswich, Suffolk, East of England · IP2 9DR
St Joseph's College is an independent, fee-paying school in Ipswich, Suffolk, taking pupils from age 11. With around 577 pupils on roll, it sits in the medium-size band, large enough to offer breadth but still a contained community rather than an institution. Academic results stand comfortably above national benchmarks, which tends to suit families looking for a school with strong scholastic ambitions.
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- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 577
- Location
- Ipswich, Suffolk, East of England
- Website
- https://www.stjos.co.uk/
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Latest results
Attainment 8
54.7
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
66%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The numbers tell a clear story: an Attainment 8 score of 54.7 outpaces the national average of 46.9, and 66% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national figure of 47%. That gap of nearly twenty percentage points in core subjects points to consistent results across the board. Parents weighing the fees against outcomes will find solid academic grounding here.
The last word
An Ipswich independent that pairs a manageable size with results well clear of the national average.
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St Joseph's College 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is St Joseph's College located?
St Joseph's College is located at Belstead Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, Ipswich, IP2 9DR.
What type of school is St Joseph's College?
St Joseph's College is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend St Joseph's College?
St Joseph's College has approximately 577 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.