Our Patrons

Our Patron Saint is Saint Joseph, husband of Mary and foster-father of Our Lord.

We know that he was a good man who took care of Mary and Jesus. Tradition says that Joseph was a carpenter. He is the Patron Saint of all workers.

Welcome from the Headteacher

Welcome to our community. Whether you are already a member of the St Joseph’s family, considering joining us as a student, a prospective parent or would like to work at St Joseph’s we hope that you will sense the warmth of our vibrant community.

St Joseph’s is a well-established Catholic school with a fantastic reputation for the very highest of standards, outstanding pupils and exceptional staff. Our Catholic mission and ethos is at the centre of all that we do. We are committed to caring for each individual student. If you are prepared to work hard you will find St Joseph’s a supportive and challenging environment.

Aims and Mission Statement

St. Joseph’s is a Voluntary Aided school in the trusteeship of the Salford Diocese, established in 1963 and conducted in accordance with the rites, practices and observances of the Roman Catholic Faith.

Ethos & Values

We have a deep commitment to building a sense of community at St. Joseph’s – a community, which recognises the dignity and worth of each individual and fosters recognition of our responsibilities to each other and the wider world.

We aim to be a loving and reconciling community, based on mutual respect and tolerance. We try to live out our Christianity in our day to day dealings with each other. Children admitted to St. Joseph’s are expected to take a full and active part in the religious life of the school.