St. Joseph’s College, Stoke-on-Trent – 11+ Parent’s Guide

St. Joseph’s College, Stoke-on-Trent – 11+ Parent’s Guide

Essential Details

  • Address: St. Joseph’s College, London Road, Trent Vale, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 5NT
  • Number of pupils: 1,000+
  • Admissions contact: sjcollege@stjosephsmail.com
  • Number of places in Year 7: 150
  • 11+ exam: School’s own entrance assessment (English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning)
  • Catchment area: No (open to all applicants)

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See St. Joseph’s College’s website for latest information and key dates.

Exploring St. Joseph’s College: A Parent’s Guide

Founded in 1932, St. Joseph’s College is a Catholic voluntary-aided grammar school with a strong tradition of academic excellence and spiritual development. The school provides an outstanding education for boys aged 11-18 (with girls admitted to Sixth Form), combining rigorous scholarship with strong pastoral care.

The curriculum at St. Joseph’s offers:

  • A broad range of GCSE and A-Level subjects with particular strengths in STEM, business and humanities
  • Specialist programs in medicine, engineering and computer science
  • Modern facilities including science labs, technology suites and sports complex
  • A thriving Sixth Form with excellent university progression

The school achieves consistently strong results, with 82% of GCSEs at grade 7-9 and 75% of A-Levels at A*-B in 2023.

Navigating the Application Process for St. Joseph’s College

The admissions process involves:

  1. Registration: Submit your application by November of Year 6
  2. Open Events: Attend the school’s open morning in September of Year 6
  3. Entrance Exam: Sit the school’s assessment in January of Year 6
  4. Interview: Shortlisted candidates attend interview in February
  5. Results: Offers made in March
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What to Expect on the Entrance Assessment at St. Joseph’s College

The school’s entrance exam consists of:

  • English Paper (60 minutes): Comprehension and creative writing
  • Mathematics Paper (60 minutes): Problem-solving and application questions
  • Verbal Reasoning (45 minutes): Testing logic and vocabulary

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  • Improve Vocabulary: Regular reading of challenging texts
  • Practice Timed Tests: Simulate exam conditions at home
  • Prepare for Interview: Practice speaking confidently about interests

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