St Joseph’s is a happy, welcoming community, enriched by our diversity. 

A place where we love one another, love learning, love Jesus and love life. 

 

Our Ethos Statement: 

We value our historic traditions and will preserve and develop the religious character in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church and the mission of the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle and St. Joseph’s Parish. 

St Joseph’s School will serve our community by providing the best possible education within the context of a Christ-centred community. We encourage and promote an understanding of the meaning and significance of faith and gospel values through the experiences we offer all of our pupils. St Joseph was a man of faith; we aim to follow his example always and strive for excellence in all aspects of school life and pupil development. 

 

Our mission: 

A place where we love Jesus, love one another,   

love learning and love life  

 

Our school rules: 

Ready Safe Respect  

 

Our Gospel Values: 

We live out our Gospel Values every day through our words, actions, and learning habits.  

  

Living Our Gospel Values  

Love and faith:  

  • I will show compassion and support others, just as Jesus teaches me.  

  • I will be a role model.  

  • I will trust God and pray every day.  

  

Respect and forgiveness:   

  • I will treat people with dignity and understanding.  

  • I will forgive people and myself.  

  • I will listen to others and value their opinions.  

  

Gratitude and kindness:   

  • I will say thank you and appreciate what others do.  

  • I will support those in need.  

  • I will speak kindly and make others feel valued.  

  

Courage and Perseverance:   

  • I will tell the truth, even when it’s hard.  

  • I will keep trying and never give up, even when things are difficult.  

  • I will do the right thing, even when no one is watching.