Business Details
50+ Years
experience
St Joseph's Rc Primary School London
St Joseph's Rc Primary School was founded in 1959 by the Diocese of Westminster to serve the parish of Our Lady's in Maida Vale. As part of the Saint John Southworth Catholic Academy Trust, we maintain a strong sense of family, community, and faith. Our mission is to nurture children in the Catholic tradition, ensuring they leave as confident, caring individuals grounded in spiritual values. With a 1.5-form entry structure, we provide tailored education for up to 42 children per year group. Our staff collaborate closely with governors, parents, and the parish team to deliver a dynamic curriculum enriched by Forest School experiences, cultural outings, and partnerships with institutions like the Marylebone Cricket Club.We consistently achieve academic results above the national average, including commendations for phonics and early years development. Our proximity to central London allows us to offer unique educational opportunities, while our dedicated team ensures a stable, nurturing environment where children thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.
Services
Primary Education
Forest School Programmes
After School Clubs
Special Educational Needs Support
Parent Engagement Programmes
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We offer Catholic education rooted in 65 years of tradition and community values
- Our academic results consistently exceed national averages in key assessments
- We provide Forest School outdoor learning experiences for all children
- Our curriculum includes unique London-based cultural and educational opportunities
- We maintain strong partnerships with local institutions like Marylebone Cricket Club
What people say
Strong Catholic values
Excellent academic results
Supportive community
Dedicated staff
Enriching curriculum
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for children aged 4-11, following the National Curriculum with Catholic values at its core. Our 1.5-form entry structure ensures personalised attention while maintaining academic excellence. The curriculum combines traditional subjects with innovative approaches including Forest School outdoor learning and London-based cultural experiences.
Forest School Programmes
Our Forest School provision offers regular outdoor learning experiences at Paddington Recreation Ground for all children from Year 1 to Year 4. These sessions develop practical skills, environmental awareness, and teamwork through hands-on activities that complement classroom learning and promote holistic development.
After School Clubs
We provide a range of after-school clubs including sports, arts, and academic enrichment. Partnering with Junior Adventures Group, we offer supervised childcare with DBS-checked staff, featuring activities like fencing, drama, cooking, and music that extend learning beyond the classroom in a safe environment.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our dedicated SENCo provides tailored support for children with special educational needs, working closely with teachers and parents to create individualised learning plans. We maintain an inclusive environment where all children receive appropriate accommodations to reach their full potential within our Catholic community.
Parent Engagement Programmes
We foster strong home-school partnerships through regular communication, parental workshops, and family events. Our active School Association organises community-building activities while parents contribute to curriculum development and school improvement planning through formal consultation channels.
People
Dr Ninette Fernandes-Viana
Headteacher
Dr Fernandes-Viana leads St Joseph's with deep personal connection, having been a former pupil, parent, and now Headteacher. She brings extensive educational leadership experience and a commitment to Catholic values, ensuring the school maintains its tradition of academic excellence and spiritual development.
Mr Kevin Bowles
Deputy Headteacher
Mr Bowles supports school leadership with focus on operational excellence. He works closely with staff and governors to maintain high educational standards while ensuring the practical implementation of the school's Catholic mission and values across all aspects of school life.
Questions
What makes St Joseph's Catholic Primary School unique?
We combine Catholic values with academic excellence, offering Forest School outdoor learning, London-based cultural opportunities, and a strong community ethos that has nurtured generations of pupils since 1959.
How does the school support pupil development?
We provide tailored education through small class sizes, special educational needs support, enrichment clubs, and partnerships with cultural institutions to develop well-rounded individuals.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer diverse after-school clubs including sports, arts, and academic enrichment through our partnership with Junior Adventures Group, with activities like fencing, drama, and music.
How does the school involve parents?
We maintain regular communication, host parental workshops, and operate an active School Association that organises community events and consults on school development.
What academic achievements has the school attained?
We consistently achieve results above the national average, with commendations for phonics screening and early years development, supported by dedicated teaching staff.
How does the school prepare children for secondary education?
Our curriculum develops critical thinking and independent learning skills, with transition support ensuring pupils leave as confident, spiritually grounded individuals ready for future challenges.
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