The first term of a new academic year is always a joyful time at St Joseph’s. We return to school in the tail end of warm summer days and have so much to enjoy as autumn advances towards winter, culminating in the many excitements of Christmas. I believe we are all appreciating the simple pleasures of the school calendar – reassuringly familiar but constantly evolving – more than ever as the constraints of the pandemic recede. Our annual Rugby Festival returned bigger and better than ever, our students are singing and rehearsing together for concerts and shows, we are sitting down to meals as the St Jo’s family once again. Life is good.
Of course, we are vigilant about Covid and continue our programme of enhanced hygiene measures to help keep it at bay, but there is a wonderful feeling of normalcy throughout, with students studying hard, socialising happily, playing sport and games energetically, and generally making the most of all St Joseph’s College has to offer.
If you are considering St Joseph’s Nursery, Prep School, Senior School or Sixth Form for your family, we would encourage you to pay us a visit. This website will give you an idea of what makes St Jo’s so special, but coming onto the campus will allow you to experience it for yourself. The Admissions team is on hand to guide you through the process, including registering for one of our family tours or Open Days. To request a visit or to find out more please contact admissions@stjos.co.uk.
With warm regards
D Clarke (Mrs)
Principal
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