Excellence in education for all within a Catholic environment.
At St Joseph's Catholic School Te Aroha, our aim for our learners is to
Strive to be confident, knowledgeable, lifelong learners who have a high level of understanding and feeling about what it is to be a Catholic in the 21st Century.
St. Joseph's Catholic School is entrenched in the Gospel teachings of Jesus Christ and the founding principles of the Sisters of Mercy. Our school motto, "Learn to Love, Love to Learn," reflects this commitment.
We cultivate positive values through a structured Values Program that integrates critical thinking. Each term, we focus on a key value, ensuring deep understanding and embodiment within our community.
These values are:
Our Monday Liturgies serve as a cornerstone, introducing and reinforcing these values. We extend this reinforcement through assemblies, classroom activities, and playground interactions, ensuring these principles guide our daily lives.
At St. Joseph's, we are dedicated to developing both intellectual and moral character. We build upon the foundation of Christ's Gospel and the Mercy spirit, empowering students to live purposeful lives. Our Values Program enables students to actively embody goodness.
We strive to inspire a legacy of positive impact. By nurturing love, respect, and strength, we empower our students to become compassionate leaders, transforming their world through acts of kindness and thoughtful decisions. We are committed to developing not just scholars but individuals prepared to make a lasting, positive difference.