<![CDATA[St Joseph's Academy News Feed - Latest News]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D9%26amp%3Bnid%3D1 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:47:52 GMT Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:47:52 GMT <![CDATA[ 2026 National Year of Reading ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1231 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:47:52 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1231 <![CDATA[ Welcome, Pope Leo XIV ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1230 We ask God to guide and bless Pope Leo XIV

]]> Fri, 6 Jun 2025 13:10:17 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1230 <![CDATA[ We pray for the Cardinals, as they gather to elect a new Pope. ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1229 Prayer for the Conclave

Holy God,

We pray for the Cardinals

as they gather to elect a new Pope,

that they may be open to the Spirit

and filled with wisdom and courage.

May the Shepherd they choose

be a builder of bridges,

a witness to the dignity of all people,

a steward of the precious gift of the earth,

who will lead all your people

to bring to life your love and justice.

Amen.

]]> Thu, 8 May 2025 20:43:44 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1229 <![CDATA[ Eternal rest grant unto Pope Francis ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1228 You have been the voice of the voiceless, the champion of the poor.

May perpetual light shine upon you, just as you have shone on this world.

]]> Mon, 5 May 2025 21:56:16 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1228 <![CDATA[ House Points ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1226 We aspire to build a successful community of adults and children who believe in their own abilities and have the confidence to face any challenges with the determination to achieve their goals. To create a culture in which individuals both respect and celebrate differences and diversity, becoming caring citizens who contribute positively to our school and the wider community.

]]> Fri, 6 Jun 2025 13:10:58 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1226 <![CDATA[ Open Morning - Sat 9th November Parents are welcome to visit our school between 9:30 and 12pm ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1225 For those prospective parents who would like to come and look around the school, we are offering an open morning on Saturday 9th November from 9:30am - 12pm. 

]]> Sat, 9 Nov 2024 22:12:43 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1225 <![CDATA[ NSPCC Kindness Challenge ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1219

]]> Sun, 29 Sep 2024 21:38:28 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1219 <![CDATA[ School reopens on Wednesday 4th ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1224 School reopens on Wednesday 4th September 2024. We look forward to welcoming you!

]]> Thu, 5 Sep 2024 21:11:00 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1224 <![CDATA[ Latest Newsletter ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1223 The latest newsletter is now available

]]> Thu, 5 Sep 2024 21:11:41 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1223 <![CDATA[ Latest Newsletter ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1221 The latest newsletter is now available

]]> Thu, 5 Sep 2024 21:13:34 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1221 <![CDATA[ This week's Newsletter ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1220 The latest newsletter is now available 

]]> Fri, 5 Jul 2024 16:00:48 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1220 <![CDATA[ Latest Newsletter ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1218 The latest newsletter is now available

]]> Sat, 13 Jul 2024 00:16:03 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1218 <![CDATA[ Adverse Weather Policy ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1217  As the weather forecast is poor, we would like to remind you of the emergency procedures.

As well as the unpredictable weather, there may be times when we are not able to open school due to unforeseen emergencies such as no water which would mean that the site does not meet the necessary Health and Safety requirements. We could even find ourselves without enough staff available to look after all the children. Should any of these events occur we will communicate this information in the following ways: 

EMAIL - We will email messages as email will often arrive quicker so please check your emails. 

WEBSITE - You can check on Sheffield City Council Website:  https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/schoolclosures

click here

RADIO - Messages will be relayed on:

Radio Sheffield 88.6, 104.1 FM  and  Radio Hallam: 97.4, 102.9, 103.4 FM 

Please do not ring school as the phone lines will be busy.

]]> Thu, 5 Sep 2024 21:13:01 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1217 <![CDATA[ Open Morning Sat 18th November 9:30 -12pm ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1216 Parents are welcome to visit our school on Saturday 18th November between 9:30 and 12pm

]]> Thu, 23 Nov 2023 20:14:13 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1216 <![CDATA[ This website is currently being updated. ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1215 Wed, 7 Feb 2024 21:19:00 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1215 <![CDATA[ School Closed Friday 10th March ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1214 Due to the overnight conditions across the city and continuing severe weather, the decision has been made to close school today.

]]> Fri, 10 Mar 2023 21:24:53 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1214 <![CDATA[ Open Day 19th November 9:30am - 12pm ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1213 New parents and pupils applying for school places in September 2023 are welcome to drop in and see our wonderful school, meet the Headteacher and ask any questions

]]> Sun, 20 Nov 2022 22:44:12 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1213 <![CDATA[ Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 1926- 2022 ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1212 Following the announcement from Buckingham Palace of the death of our sovereign, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, a period of National Mourning has started and will continue until the end of the State Funeral. This is a period of time for reflection in response to the death of the Sovereign.

The official date of the State Funeral is 19 September 2022. This day will be a bank holiday and as such school shall be closed as a mark of respect.

]]> Mon, 19 Sep 2022 19:19:47 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1212 <![CDATA[ Queen Elizabeth II ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1211 The Royal Family are in our thoughts and prayers today. Rest in Peace your Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.

]]> Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:36:26 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1211 <![CDATA[ 100 Books to Read ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1210

We have put together a great list of books, for children from Early Years to Year 6, old and new, classics and recently published. These books are sure to inspire more reading and a love of books for years to come….

]]> Sun, 29 Sep 2024 21:46:51 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1210 <![CDATA[ Updated Risk assessment ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1206 Please read our updated Risk Assessment

]]> Sun, 29 Sep 2024 21:47:56 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1206 <![CDATA[ Monday 8th February ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1205 School will be open today, but please keep your children at home if you can - Due to severe weather warnings, we shall be opening with reduced staff today.

]]> Mon, 8 Feb 2021 20:32:56 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1205 <![CDATA[ Wednesday 3rd February ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1204 School will be open as usual today for critical workers’ children and vulnerable children.

]]> Wed, 3 Feb 2021 20:09:05 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1204 <![CDATA[ School Closed Tuesday 2nd February ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1203 Please note, the school will be CLOSED today due to the adverse weather conditions. Remote learning will continue as normal for all children

]]> Wed, 3 Feb 2021 06:47:08 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1203 <![CDATA[ Friday 15th January school opening at 10am ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1200 Due to the ongoing adverse weather conditions, we plan to open the school at 10am tomorrow. This is to give staff and families time to arrive safely.

]]> Sat, 16 Jan 2021 09:34:07 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1200 <![CDATA[ School Closing at 12pm ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1199 Due to the adverse weather conditions school will close at 12pm today. Please collect your children when possible

]]> Thu, 14 Jan 2021 20:20:12 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1199 <![CDATA[ Updated Risk Assessment ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1196 Please read our updated Risk assessment and Remote Learning Policy

]]> Thu, 14 Jan 2021 10:32:26 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1196 <![CDATA[ Letter to Parents on Wider Reopening Decision ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1183 Please find, attached, a letter for parents and carers from Cllr Mohamed as well as a supporting document from the Sheffield Director of Public Health

]]> Sat, 27 Jun 2020 19:35:48 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1183 <![CDATA[ Advice for parents during coronavirus ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1176 Whilst coronavirus is infectious to children it is rarely serious. If your child is unwell it is likely to be a non-coronavirus illness, rather than coronavirus itself. 

]]> Mon, 27 Apr 2020 20:39:38 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1176 <![CDATA[ Pray As You Go ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1175 Pray As You Go is a daily prayer session, designed to go with you wherever you go, to help you pray whenever you find time, but particularly in these difficult days and weeks ahead 

]]> Sun, 22 Mar 2020 20:23:00 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1175 <![CDATA[ Latest Coronavirus information from the Department of Education ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1174 Please follow the links below for more information 

Advice for parents and carers looking after primary school children. Help primary school children continue their education during coronavirus (COVID-19)

Coronavirus (COVID-19): what you need to do

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Closure of educational settings: information for parents and carers

Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for schools and other educational settings

]]> Fri, 29 May 2020 14:41:36 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1174 <![CDATA[ Advice on the coronavirus for places of education ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1172 Please click on the link below to access advice on Coronavirus

Coronavirus_advice_for_educational_settings_poster

]]> Sun, 22 Mar 2020 12:31:46 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1172 <![CDATA[ Meet the Teacher Meetings ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1147 To help parents to learn about new routines and activities when the children move year groups, we hold ‘Meet the Teacher’ meetings early in the new academic year. 

]]> Fri, 20 Sep 2019 18:50:29 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1147 <![CDATA[ School starts back on Tuesday 3rd September - Looking forward to seeing you then! ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1146 School starts back on Tuesday 3rd September

]]> Wed, 4 Sep 2019 18:33:24 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1146 <![CDATA[ Summer Reading Challenge 2019! ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1145 Space Chase

Prepare for lift off as we travel across the galaxy on a very special reading mission

It’s the Summer Reading Challenge 2019!

]]> Sat, 31 Aug 2019 21:16:35 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1145 <![CDATA[ School Re-Opens Monday 3rd June ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1141 School Re-Opens Monday 3rd June

]]> Tue, 4 Jun 2019 23:46:48 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1141 <![CDATA[ Spring Bank Holiday ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1139 School closes on Friday 24th May @3:15pm and reopens Monday 3rd June

]]> Wed, 29 May 2019 20:42:49 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1139 <![CDATA[ We remember Our Lady during the month of May ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1133 The month of May is dedicated to Our Blessed Lady, and it is the occasion for a moving tribute of faith and love which Catholics in every part of the world pay to the Queen of Heaven.

]]> Wed, 22 May 2019 22:08:23 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1133 <![CDATA[ Maths with Parents Launch! ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1128 We help parents and children to love learning maths together at home.

- TOM, FOUNDER OF MATHS WITH PARENTS
]]> Mon, 6 May 2019 22:47:08 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1128 <![CDATA[ Reminder - Adverse Weather / Emergency Procedures ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1122 This is a reminder of the procedure if we are not able to open school as normal. This could be as result of extreme weather or any other unforeseen emergency which means that the site itself does not meet the necessary Health and Safety requirements (e.g. no water) Should any of these events occur we will communicate this information in the following ways:

]]> Sun, 22 Mar 2020 20:16:25 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=1122 <![CDATA[ St Joseph's is a GOOD school ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=107 Please follow the link to read the full findings in the OFSTED inspection report

]]> Sun, 10 Mar 2019 20:46:35 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=107 <![CDATA[ Fantastic News! ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=106 We are very proud to announce that we have been awarded the Primary Science Quality Mark!

]]> Wed, 10 Oct 2018 22:20:08 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=106 <![CDATA[ We hope you have had a great Summer Break ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=105 We are looking forward to seeing all the children return to school on Tuesday morning after the summer holidays.

]]> Wed, 5 Sep 2018 14:20:01 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=105 <![CDATA[ Section 48 Inspection Report ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=101 St Joseph’s Primary provides a good standard of Catholic education for its pupils, but also has some outstanding features. Section 48 Inspection Report June 2018.

]]> Tue, 11 Sep 2018 22:04:45 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=101 <![CDATA[ Royal Wedding ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=91 Many children have asked if they can dress up on Friday 18th May to celebrate the Royal wedding. Please don't go out and buy anything new. They can dress as either a prince or princess or wear something red, white or blue

]]> Fri, 18 May 2018 22:57:20 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=91 <![CDATA[ Happy St. Joseph's Day! ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=77 Tue, 20 Mar 2018 20:32:54 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=77 <![CDATA[ Monday 19th March ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=76 School will be open as normal - but the pavements are very icy - please take extra care on your journey

]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2018 17:31:11 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=76 <![CDATA[ School will aim to open at 10am on 02/03/2018 with the view to make a final decision based upon overnight weather by 7:30am. Thankyou for your understanding ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=71 If parents/carers decide it is too dangerous to travel children's absence will be authorised. Please let the school know if your child will not be in. Please take care on your journey. There will be no breakfast club

]]> Fri, 2 Mar 2018 15:45:33 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=71 <![CDATA[ British Science Week ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=69 British Science Week 9th - 18th March 2018

]]> Sun, 18 Mar 2018 16:00:25 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=69 <![CDATA[ World Book Day ]]> https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=68 Postponed until Friday 9th March

]]> Mon, 5 Mar 2018 23:40:18 GMT https://www.st-josephs.sheffield.sch.uk/news/?pid=9&nid=1&storyid=68