Our school motto: “Duce Maria; With Mary as our leader”
Members of the St Joseph’s school community are encouraged to live out the true mission of Jesus by recognising and acknowledging the sacredness and uniqueness of each individual.
The school motto reflects the characteristics of Mary Mother of Jesus.
Religious Education is an integral part of the curriculum at St. Joseph’s. All children are expected to participate in the Religious Education Program and liturgical activities whilst attending St. Joseph’s School.
St Joseph’s provides a comprehensive education comprising all Key Learning Areas (KLAs) as mandated by the NSW Board of Studies.
The following curriculum areas are taught at St Joseph’s:
- ‘Educating in Christ’ Religious Education
- English
- Mathematics
- Science and Technology
- Human Society and its Environment
- Personal Development
- Health and Physical Education
- Creative & Practical Arts
Every student at St Joseph’s has the opportunity to be involved in sport and participate in Diocesan, Inter-diocesan and State Carnivals. Staff at St Joseph’s are committed and dedicated to ensuring that the needs of every student are catered for.
Reporting
At the beginning of the year a Parent Information Meeting is held to inform parents of the curriculum covered.
At the end of term one, teacher interviews are offered as an opportunity for parents to meet and discuss the learning of their child.
The end of the second and fourth terms an individual report is sent home with an invitation to parents to make an appointment for an interview to discuss the student’s progress and formulate goals for future progress.
The teachers are available to to discuss concerns with parents throughout the year by appointment. The principal has an open door policy for parents, as well as staff and students, and only asks that parents make an appointment at particularly busy times.
Parental Involvement
St Joseph’s School works in partnership with the parents to provide each student with the opportunities to reach his/her full potential.
As a result, parents are welcome in our school at all times. Many parents come into the school on a volunteer basis to help with sporting events, special occasions during Catholic Schools week, assemblies, liturgical celebrations and special events.