executive headteacher's welcome
mrs c chapman
It is a pleasure to welcome you to the website of St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School.
Our Mission Statement, "We live, learn and grow in the Light of Christ", outlines the vision and aims for our school. However, no website can truly convey the characteristics and atmosphere of our caring community.
We therefore invite you to visit St. Joseph's or contact the school should you have any queries. If you have any ideas about how the website can be made more informative, please contact us on 0191 2573097 or use the contact form on this website.
We will do all we can to accommodate your requests. By working together, we hope to provide the best possible environment to ensure that your child will have many opportunities to develop to their full potential.
Mission & VALUES
We Live, Learn & Grow in the Light of Christ
Our school values are the foundation of everything we do. They guide the way we live, learn, and grow each day, helping every child to flourish academically, spiritually, and personally. Rooted in our mission statement, “We live, learn and grow in the light of Christ”, our values help children understand what it truly means to follow Jesus and to develop the confidence and character they need to reach their full, God‑given potential.
Our values are shaped by the life and example of Saints, whose qualities reflect the Gospel message and continue to inspire our school community. Through learning about our patron saint’s virtues, children discover how to live out their faith with courage, kindness, compassion, and service.
Autumn 1- Aspiration- St Vincent De Paul
Autumn 2- Respect- St Bernadette
Spring 1- Community- Oscar Romero
Spring 2- Resilience- St Teresa of Calcutta
Summer 1- Excellence- Carlos Acutis
Summer 2- Celebration- St Peter and St Paul
Our values support every child on their journey to becoming the person God created them to be. They help children to:
Build strong relationships and treat others with respect
Develop resilience and a positive attitude to learning
Grow in confidence, independence, and self‑belief
Make thoughtful choices guided by faith and compassion
Become responsible and caring members of society
Through these values, we set high expectations for all pupils and create a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
In classrooms, on the playground, in worship, and at home, our values help children to live, learn and grow in the light of Christ. They are woven into our curriculum, our behaviour expectations, our celebrations, and the way we care for one another.Together, our mission and our values shape a loving Catholic community where every child is supported, encouraged, and inspired to shine.
