As it is World Book Day tomorrow, we have updated our Virtual Library with links to both audiobooks and stories on their page.

We have also replaced some of the broken links with new books, so sit back, relax and enjoy!

Virtual Library

Here is our Spring 2 Children’s Bulletin. Hope you enjoy it!

Thank you to the parents and carers who responded to our questionnaire. The results are available via this link:

Parent Questionnaire feedback November 2022

Comments on the question “What do you like most about St Joseph’s school?”:

Warm and always welcoming. The teachers have been great and she loves school

My child seems to have taken really well to the change in learning style and has progressed a lot in his work. He seems to have a nice group of friends who he really enjoys spending time with.

Our child’s teacher was extremely supportive and caring when we talked to her about recent problems she had been having with other children. This has made a really big difference to her.

It’s like a family

Good communication from school and parents. Lots of opportunities for parents to be involved in child’s learning and part of school

There is a diverse array of subjects that creates interest for the children. He finds it very interesting

Both my daughters love the teachers. Can’t say enough good things about them. Super friendly and supportive.

Friendly and welcoming environment

The kind and nurturing attitude of all the teaching and support staff. It’s a very welcoming place

Welcoming staff, friendly atmosphere and communication with parents. I am very pleased with school

The staff and support are brilliant

It’s a lovely family school with a great inclusive feeling. All children are happy and the staff are always friendly and approachable and I wouldn’t hesitate to seek help or advice from a number of members of the school team.

The school has a warm friendly feel. Communication is excellent and there are lots of events for my child (and family) to take part in

The warmth and commitment shown to my son to allow him to succeed

The creative teaching such as captioning the pictures although my child would say the lunches!

My child has settled in so well. He really enjoys being here. He has a good strong relationship with staff

Has a family feel and safe environment and she is happy

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Everyone is kind and children behave well

The confidence building for the children and the extra assistance that is available

How well their bullying policy is. Brilliant school overall

The staff at St Joseph’s are all passionate and genuinely keen to help all pupils develop into the best versions of themselves

I’m kept up to date with everything

All teachers, staff, Headteacher are all nice and friendly. I believe that they are doing the job well to all the kids

I like how St Joseph’s is a friendly community. The staff are all friendly and parents are always welcome into the school when possible.

Staff are really friendly and helpful. My child loves to come to school every day. Well done

Discipline and management are excellent

Standards at the school are very good. Staff are approachable and helpful

My child seems to really like coming here and the staff are approachable and good at what they do

The communication, the lovely activities

Approach to parents and their kids

How approachable the staff are and make you feel welcome

Lovely atmosphere

Supportive community spirit

An excellent community spirit. St Joseph’s is warm, welcoming where my children are safe, secure and making excellent progress

The staff and community. It is a friendly and welcoming environment.

St Joseph’s is a lovely school. The culture is positive, friendly, inclusive and welcoming. I would strongly recommend this school to any parent

Excellent school, community feel. Lots of opportunities and a variety of learning

Nice community, feel involved and both children love to come

I love that my children are happy in school. Thank you!

All staff are brilliant, very approachable. My son really enjoys school and is keen to learn and that is down to the staff having the utmost care and pride in their roles

A family friendly environment and our children are always happy

The warm welcoming environment for my daughter. She looks forward to school now!

I love the school community, and have no real negatives. One or two issues have arisen, but the school handled it really well. Thank you

All of the staff are amazing

Happy friendly teachers and assistants. My child loves coming to school

The support and encouragement the children have received

Positive and supportive culture that enables learning and development

I love how they support my child and how they help if she needs anything

Friendly

The friendly staff and support we have always received

How approachable staff are and how welcome they make you feel

The way school includes and welcomes everybody into proceedings as well as the enjoyment my child gets from attending here

Mental Health Awareness Week takes place this year from 9^th May to 15^th May

The theme for 2022 is LONELINESS and how the experience of feeling lonely has an effect on our mental health and how we can play a part in reducing loneliness in our communities.

Reducing loneliness is a major step towards creating a mentally healthy society, so the theme for this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week is aimed at raising awareness of the impact of loneliness on our mental wellbeing and the practical steps we can take to address it.

As a school we will be looking at resources to help children highlight the theme of loneliness and open up wider discussions about wellbeing. We will explore this theme in a number of ways – getting children thinking about their friendships, relationships and support systems, about how best to support others, and self-care strategies to employ if they ever feel lonely.

What is the Mental Health Awareness Week Colour? 

The international Mental Health Awareness Week colour is green. This means that on Friday 13^th May, you can wear a green ribbon, green socks, hair bobble or accessories etc. to support this event. By wearing the colour green, you’re showing others that you care about mental health awareness. You can also take part in green-themed craft activities in school or at home. 

Thank you for your continued support.

Mrs S Arthur

Mental Health Lead