ST JOSEPH'S ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, RAMSBOTTOM in Lancashire, Bury

Education Centre Information: St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Ramsbottom:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Bury
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Roman Catholic
Diocese: Diocese of Salford
Nursery Provider: Has Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 216
Number of boys: 119
Number of girls: 97
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

The school was founded in 1927 to serve the needs of the parish of St Joseph's, Ramsbottom. It was refurbished in 1989, when a nursery was added, an additional classroom was built in 1993 to cater for the growth in numbers and a further new classroom is planned for 2000. Each child is taught the three core subjects of English, science and mathematics as well as foundation subjects of religious education, technology, history, geography, music, art and physical education. Personal and social education is also an integral part of the curriculum. The school 'depends very much on the relationships with parents and the whole school community'. Extra-curricular activities include netball, football, tag rugby, lacrosse, and chess club. Recent sporting successes have included winning the Embredeck Trophy for football, and reaching the finals of the lacrosse regional knockout. Fundraising activities include local and national charities, as well as Catholic based charities. The school aims to provide a welcoming, well-maintained, safe and happy environment.