Business Details
Trusted Catholic Primary School in Madden
St Josephs Primary School is a Catholic educational institution dedicated to nurturing children's academic, moral, and spiritual growth. Our school fosters a welcoming environment where every child develops essential life skills through a curriculum rooted in traditional values of hard work, respect, and self-discipline. With a strong emphasis on numeracy and holistic learning, we prepare students to thrive in a changing world while maintaining our commitment to Catholic ethos. Our experienced educators create engaging learning experiences, supported by modern facilities and partnerships with local communities. We prioritise child protection and safeguarding, ensuring a safe space for learning and personal development.Through initiatives like the ECO Council and shared education projects, we cultivate responsible global citizens. Regular inspections and self-evaluations drive continuous improvement in educational standards. Our inclusive approach accommodates special needs while challenging all pupils to achieve their full potential. The school's rich history and strong community ties reinforce its role as a cornerstone of local education. We maintain transparent communication with parents through digital platforms and regular updates.
Services
Primary Education
Pastoral Care
Special Needs Support
Extracurricular Activities
Home Learning Resources
Child Protection Services
Community Engagement
Highlights and features
- We maintain a Catholic ethos with traditional values of respect and discipline
- Our school achieved high standards in recent ETI numeracy evaluations
- We implement innovative teaching methods like STEM projects and digital learning
- Specialist programmes support both gifted pupils and those with special needs
- Regular community engagement through events like the Armagh Railway Disaster Carol Service
What people say
Caring staff
Strong academic results
Excellent pastoral care
Engaging curriculum
Services
Primary Education
Our comprehensive primary curriculum follows Northern Ireland's educational standards while incorporating Catholic values. Qualified teachers deliver engaging lessons in core subjects including numeracy, literacy, and science. We maintain small class sizes to ensure individual attention and implement modern teaching methods like Accelerated Reading and digital learning platforms.
Special Needs Support
Tailored learning programmes address diverse educational needs with specialist resources and trained support staff. We work closely with external agencies to implement individual education plans while promoting integration with mainstream classes. Regular progress assessments ensure appropriate development pathways for every child.
Extracurricular Activities
We offer diverse enrichment opportunities including sports teams, music programmes, and STEM projects. Activities like the ECO Council and Minecraft coding club develop leadership skills and technological proficiency. Cultural events such as school productions and community service projects foster creativity and social responsibility.
Home Learning Resources
Digital platforms like Class DOJO and Accelerated Reading support continuous learning beyond school hours. Parents access regular updates on pupil progress and receive guidance for home education support. Structured home learning packs ensure educational continuity during school closures or exceptional circumstances.
Pastoral Care
Our child-centred approach prioritises emotional wellbeing through dedicated pastoral programmes. The school maintains strict safeguarding protocols and employs trained staff to support pupils' social and emotional development. Regular assemblies and values-based education reinforce positive character formation aligned with Catholic teachings.
Questions
What are your school hours?
Standard operating hours follow the Northern Ireland school calendar, typically 9am-3:30pm Monday-Friday during term time.
Do you offer after-school care?
After-school activities and supervised clubs are available until 4:30pm on most weekdays through our extracurricular programme.
What is your admissions policy?
As a Catholic school, we prioritise children from practising Catholic families while maintaining inclusive admission criteria for all applicants.
How do you support special educational needs?
We have dedicated SENCo staff and implement individualised education plans with specialist resources and classroom support.
Are school meals provided?
Nutritious meals are available through our catering service, with options for special dietary requirements.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use Class DOJO for daily updates, maintain regular parent-teacher meetings, and issue formal pupil progress reports annually.
