St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is a prestigious educational institution located in Bundaberg, Queensland. Established in 1876 by the Sisters of St Joseph, an order founded by Mary MacKillop, St Joseph's has a rich history and a strong foundation in Catholic values.
In its early years, the school operated out of St Mary's Church of the Holy Rosary, with the sisters providing education to a modest number of 60 students. As the demand for quality education grew, a dedicated building was constructed in 1881 to accommodate up to 200 students.
The education provided by the sisters of St Joseph was renowned for its excellence, with students consistently achieving exceptional results in various subjects, including writing, reading, arithmetic, geography, and grammar. However, hierarchical interference ultimately led to the sisters' departure in the mid-1880s.
Undeterred by the setback, several former members of the St Joseph order returned to Bundaberg in late 1880 to continue their work. Despite facing challenges from Father Mimnagh, who was appointed in 1893, the sisters persevered until their final departure in 1897.
Today, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School continues to uphold its commitment to providing a high-quality education in a supportive and nurturing environment. With a strong emphasis on Literacy and Numeracy, the school also integrates Information and Communication Technologies and Environmental Sustainability into its curriculum.
St Joseph's takes a whole-school restorative approach to building and maintaining relationships, fostering the holistic well-being and growth of the entire school community. The school actively welcomes individuals who share their beliefs and values to join their community of faith and learning.
The school offers a range of programmes and initiatives to enhance the educational experiences of its students. From the Early Years Precinct, which focuses on action-based learning, to specialist teachers in areas such as digital technologies and religious education, St Joseph's is dedicated to providing a well-rounded education to its students.
For enrolment enquiries or to learn more about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Bundaberg, individuals can contact the school via phone at (07) 4151 4771 or email at sjbg@rok. Catholic. Edu. au.
The school office is open from 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, and is located at 41 Woondooma Street, Bundaberg QLD 4670.