St Josephs Catholic School Matata

Mission Statement:

To reflect the values of Jesus through our Catholic teachings and practice, and our dual heritage. We strive for excellence through the whole child development, holistic learning and school-community enrichment.

St Josephs was estalished in 1891 by the Sisters of Josephs and the Mill Hill Fathers. The mission statement of our school with parents and the community is to enable all pupils, through the example of Jesus, as potrayed in their Catholic tradition, to grow towards a wholeness of being in which their individual, spiritual, emotional, cutural, intellectual and physical potential is developed and intimately linked.

We will endeavour to develop each child to his or her full potential in an atmosphere that fosters independence, creativity, diligence, pride in oneself and pride in one's school. From this comes achievements for all and the ability to approach the future with confidence.

We promote a strong and active partnership between home and school. We encourage parents to be involved and support their child's education.

Our staff are qualified and offer quality learning experiences through exciting and innovative programmes that cater for students' needs with the future in mind.

An open door policy operates-you are welcome and encourages into the school at any time.

Contact Details:

Wilson Street                                            

(07) 322 2095

Email: sjsm@saintjosmatata.school.nz