Principal’s Message

“A small school with a big heart.”

It is my absolute pleasure to welcome you to St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School. Located in the heart of Quirindi and part of the Diocese of Armidale system of schools, we are a vibrant faith community dedicated to supporting our students to become the best version of themselves and to develop the capacity to make a positive difference in our world.

A Shared Journey of Faith and Learning

We believe that choosing a Catholic school is the beginning of a lifelong partnership. We share the privilege and responsibility with parents for each student’s faith formation, learning, and wellbeing. While our education is firmly grounded in Catholic Principles and Values, we are an inclusive community that warmly welcomes students from all religious and cultural backgrounds.

Excellence in the Classroom

Guided by the Living Well Learning Well Framework, our dedicated staff work collaboratively to promote calm, purposeful classrooms where every child feels safe, valued, and respected.

At St Joseph’s, we strive to be creative and innovative in our instruction. Our focus is on:

• Personalised Learning: We work in partnership with parents to tailor education to the unique needs of each child.
• Student Voice: We provide meaningful experiences where students have a say in the next steps of their learning.
• Future Readiness: By integrating up-to-date technology and 21st-century skills, we ensure our students are literate, numerate, and prepared for a hope-filled future.

Opportunities to Flourish

Though we are a small school, the opportunities we provide are vast. We are committed to nurturing the “whole child” through:

• Sporting Achievement: Clear pathways to State and National Championships.
• Creative Arts: A comprehensive program featuring a specialist music teacher and high-quality whole-school productions.
• Personal Growth: We build self-confidence so that students feel skilled to take risks, attempt new challenges, and realize their true potential.

Come! Share the Spirit!

Every day, I have the privilege of witnessing our students emerge as confident individuals, assured of their worth and helped by the loving presence of our teachers and school community. It truly “takes a village,” and at St Joseph’s, we value the teamwork and collaboration that makes our school a great place to learn.

I encourage you to explore our website to see the wealth of experiences we offer and the wonderful work of our children. If you would like to witness our school in action, I would be delighted to show you around. Please call our office to make an appointment.

Warm regards,