ST JOSEPH'S ROMAN CATHOLIC VOLUNTARY AIDED MIDDLE SCHOOL in Northumberland, Hexham

Education Centre Information: St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Middle School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Middle Deemed Secondary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Northumberland
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Roman Catholic
Diocese: Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 323
Number of boys: 146
Number of girls: 177
Age Range: 9-13
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

St Joseph's opened in 1976 as a purpose-built middle school. It is situated in a 'pleasant' part of Hexham and has 'extensive' playing fields, and two playgrounds. The main building has been extended in recent years and the school also has two mobile classrooms. Specialist areas within the school include a computer room with 16 terminals, a fully equipped science laboratory, two design and technology rooms, a music room and a multi purpose hall. The school is proud of its 'reputation as a centre of sporting excellence' and teams compete in a range of sports with several children going on to represent the school at area level. Extra-curricular activities include dance, soccer, rugby, netball, hockey, rounders, cricket, and cross-country. Music is an 'important aspect of school life' and the school has an orchestra, choir and Ceilidh band. Several children play in the county orchestra and the school is 'well represented' at the local music festival. 'Regular' educational trips and visits are organised for the children, such as ski trips to Norway, visits to France, London and outdoor centres in Northumberland. 'Our mission is to embrace the spirit and teaching of our Catholic faith while striving for excellence in all aspects of school life'.