St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Stacksteads, Bacup

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Stacksteads, Bacup, Lancashire. Nestled in the Rossendale Valley, the school serves a mixed-gender student body aged 3 to 11 years old. St Joseph’s is a small school with a total enrolment of 132 pupils, close to its capacity of 145. The school is set within a close-knit community, offering a nurturing environment that reflects its Roman Catholic ethos. Its rural setting provides a peaceful backdrop for learning, and the school welcomes children from various faith and cultural backgrounds. The school does not have a sixth form but does offer nursery classes. With a significant percentage of students (58.1%) eligible for free school meals, St Joseph's is committed to supporting all students regardless of their socio-economic backgrounds.