OUR LADY AND ST JOSEPH ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL in Greater London, Hackney

Education Centre Information: Our Lady and St Joseph Roman Catholic Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Hackney
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: Archdiocese of Westminster
Nursery Provider: Has Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 233
Number of boys: 126
Number of girls: 107
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Originally known as Kingsland RC Primary, Our Lady and St Joseph gained its current name in the 1960s. The school was 'extensively' rebuilt in 1989 with the addition of a nursery and junior building. Included on the grounds is an environmental area with a pond. Pupils are mainly from the boroughs of Hackney and Islington and the catchment area contains a 'socially and ethnically diverse community'. Sporting activities include football, athletics, gymnastics and tennis. The school has links with the MCC to develop cricket and is involved in a partnership with Leyton Orient to develop football. Sport starts in the nursery and continues until the children leave, the school describes itself as 'sports mad'. Two after-school dance clubs are also offered and there is an outside field visit for Year six. The mission of the school is to 'foster the Gospel values of Jesus Christ and provide a high standard of education with equality of opportunity for all'.