School Blog
St Francis’ Forest
This afternoon some of the children took part in marshmallow toasting in St Francis' Forest! The children had a lovely time and really enjoyed being outside in the beautiful forest - but especially the tasty marshmallows!
Cricket Action!
Some of our children were in action representing St Joseph's at a cricket event today! The children had great fun and showed such wonderful sporting behaviour - well done everyone!
Year 3 show respect!
For anti-bullying and anti-racism week Year 3 have been thinking about the theme respect. The children created posters with the theme of respect.
EYFS Kindness Pledge
During our anti-bullying and anti-racism week EYFS have been looking at what it means to be kind. They have thought about how it's important to be kind to everyone - not just our friends! The children made clay hearts and wrote a pledge to be kind to everyone always!
Honouring Mary
Today, we crowned our Lady with flowers in a special May Service. The children and families have been so generous by bringing in so many lovely flowers to show how much we love Mary. We sang, prayed the rosary and watched a video to remind us of why Mary is so very...
Year 1’s Anti-Bullying / Racism Week
Today Year 1 sat together in a circle and passed a roll of string around the circle to different peers, whilst doing so they said something respectful. This then created a ‘web’ of ideas on how we can be respectful at all times. The children then had the opportunity...
Celebration Mass
It was wonderful for the whole school to share in the First Holy Communion Celebration Mass this morning. The children all looked lovely as they dressed in their special outfits and received their gift and certificate from the school. Congratulations once again!
Our Lady
As part of our May celebrations we crowned Our Lady this morning, in our Grace filled Garden, with beautiful flowers. We know that Mary prays with us and for us and we love her so very much.
In Their Shoes
Thank you to Saltmine Theatre Company who started our Anti-bullying & Anti-Racism Week with their performance of In Their Shoes. The production celebrates diversity and why mutual respect and empathy is so very important! We thought the actors did an amazing job!
First Holy Communion
Congratulations to the children who received the Sacrament of First Holy Communion this morning!
FHC ready!
The church is all ready to celebrate First Holy Communion tomorrow!
Parish Invitation
The Mission Team have sent an invitation to the Parishioners inviting them to enjoy a school lunch and prayer service! We look forward to welcoming those that can make it into school on 26th June.
Year 4 Assembly
Thank you to the children from Year 4 who shared the story of Lazarus today. The children reminded us of how Jesus understands how we feel when we are sad and that he can always offer us love and kindness.
Next week in school!
Lots to look forward to next week - including our Poetry Recital!
Beautiful Gift
We are so very blessed to have so many kind, talented and supportive parents. Thank you to the lovely parent who made and donated this beautiful piece of art!
Prayer Bags
Reception will be taking home their Easter themed prayer bags tonight - a gift for them to keep! We can't wait to find out how they've used them to pray with their families.
First Reconciliation
Congratulations and well done to the children who made the Sacrament of First Reconciliation during a special service today. We are so proud of all of the children who made the Sacrament and their friends who supported them. It was lovely to be joined by so many...
Year 3 visit The Oratory
Year 3 were Pilgrims of Hope today as they made the journey to The Oratory. The children made the journey on the bus and had a lovely tour of the beautiful church. The children were a credit to St Joseph’s with their exceptional behaviour!
Bishop Milner’s Exhibition of Hope
Thank you to Bishop Milner Catholic College for inviting us to see your wonderful Exhibition of Hope today! Our Year 5 children had a wonderful time!
Year 5’s Assembly
Thank you to Year 5 for leading our worship this morning and sharing their knowledge about Our Lady in this special month of May. The children reminded us of how special Mary is by saying 'yes' to God and how we can be more like her by listening to the type of person...