Principal's Welcome
Thank you for taking the time to explore the wonderful offerings of St. Joseph’s School, Stanthorpe. Deciding on the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions parents will make. St. Joseph’s School has been meeting the spiritual, educational and pastoral needs of young people of this district for more than 130 years.
St. Joseph’s School is focused on the holistic development of every child. We seek to help young people grow in their awareness of God by immersing them in a genuine Catholic community. We offer students a unique pastoral care structure which is consistent with their developmental needs with a view to supporting them to become the best people they can be. We are firmly committed to working in partnership with parents as we 
carry out the very great responsibility of shaping the lives of the young people in our care.
Innovative and engaging teaching and learning is a key characteristic of the educational offerings at St. Joseph’s School. We have an excellent academic history which is due in no small way to the commitment and expertise of our teaching staff. Students at St. Joseph’s participate in a diverse curriculum which marries the fundamental aspects of learning with cutting edge technology integration. In addition, students are offered multiple educational pathways as they move through from Prep to Year 12. It is recognised that every learner is different. Thus, St. Joseph’s School works tirelessly to meet the learning needs of every student so that they are prepared for the many challenges of young adulthood.
Quality teaching and learning at St. Joseph’s is supported by second-to-none facilities and resources. Well-appointed classrooms and work spaces assist with the engagement of students in the learning process. Many of our primary classrooms are equipped with smart board technology, laptop banks and iPads. Our secondary students are issued withpersonal laptops, allowing them wireless access to the school’s network for use in and beyond the classroom. Teachers are continually seeking out ways to effectively integrate this technology in the teaching and learning process.
I trust that the information you find on our website will place you well to make an informed decision about your child’s education. Please make contact with the School should you require further information.
Living Mercy
Michael McCarthy
Principal