ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL in West Yorkshire, Halifax

Education Centre Information: St Joseph's Catholic Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Calderdale
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 Leeds
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 202
Number of boys: 108
Number of girls: 94
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School serves a wide area of Halifax, drawing pupils from several parts of the locality. The school is housed in a Victorian building on two storeys. There are seven classrooms, a hall, music room, parent's room, chapel, library, computer room, dining room and kitchen. There are two playgrounds, and the school uses a playing field nearby. There is a 'strong' musical tradition and through the Education Action Zone, funding is currently involved in an initiative to develop music skills further by developing composition in Years 5 and 6. There are netball and football teams and 'strong' links with Halifax football and rugby clubs, while athletics are currently being developed through Leisure In Action. The school'supports charities 'wherever possible' and has developed 'strong' links with local homes for the elderly. Older pupils in the school visit these homes and prepare concerts for the residents. The school has a 'Christ-centred nature' and aims to encourage each child to reach his or her 'maximum potential' in the environment created.