--- description: "Welcome to St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Norton, where pupils develop skills for lifelong learning, and aspire to be the best they can be. We support this through nurturing pupils’ spiritually, emotionally and academically – we encourage creativity, independent thinking and learning, and a love of learning through new experiences and opportunities. We are committed to the highest standards of teaching and learning, which we achieve through a combination of challenge, support, encouragement and praise, to ensure that all students fulfil their potential." url: "https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/" school: "St Joseph’s Catholic Academy" --- Admissions Consultation BHCET schools in Stockton and Billingham [Click Here](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/governance/admissions-consultation) **Tel:** 01642 360401 **Email:** office@stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk ## Welcome to St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Norton At St Joseph's, we are dedicated to supporting every child academically, emotionally and socially. We believe in developing the whole child and creating a caring, nurturing environment where every individual can flourish and feel valued. We are delighted to welcome [**3 and 4 year olds into our warm and friendly nursery**](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/nursery), where our youngest children can settle in happily, make new friends and discover the joy of learning through play. Our nursery team provides gentle guidance, lots of encouragement and a safe space where curiosity and confidence can grow. Our broad and enriching curriculum, together with a wide range of activities and opportunities, helps pupils explore their talents, build self belief and achieve success. We encourage creativity, resilience and a love of learning so that every child can thrive both in school and in life. When your child joins St Joseph's, they become part of a close, supportive school family that nurtures potential, inspires ambition and prepares them for a happy, confident and successful future. ### Mission Statement [mission-statement](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/about-us/mission-statement) ### Catholic Life [catholic-life](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/our-faith/catholic-life) ### Wrap Around Care [wrap-around-care](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/wrap-around-care) ### Term Dates [term-dates](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/term-dates) ### Nursery [nursery](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/nursery) ### Contact Us [contact](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/contact) ## Latest News ![Image of St Joseph's Catholic Academy Opens Exciting New School Library](https://files.schudio.com/st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/893802489_2146556699323530_4439188369381519674_n.png.jpeg) 9 November 2026 ### [St Joseph's Catholic Academy Opens Exciting New School Library](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-11-09-st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-opens-exciting-new-school-library) Pupils at St Joseph's Catholic Academy in Norton are celebrating the opening of a newly transformed school library, creating an inspiring space that will help nurture a lifelong love of reading. Filled with a significant investment in brand-new books, the library offers something for every reader, from adventure stories and mysteries to fantasy, sport and non-fiction titles. ![Image of Class 6 Welcomes Parents for Interactive Reading Lesson](https://files.schudio.com/st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/890146520_1820639052602572_7695192677124354903_n.png.jpeg) 9 November 2026 ### [Class 6 Welcomes Parents for Interactive Reading Lesson](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-11-09-class-6-welcomes-parents-for-interactive-reading-lesson) Pupils in Class 6 at St Joseph's Catholic Academy in Norton enjoyed a successful reading lesson this week, with parents joining them in the classroom to support their learning. The session provided a valuable opportunity for children to develop their comprehension, discussion and communication skills while sharing their learning with family members. ![Image of Year 1 Brings History to Life During Toys and Transport Dress-Up Day](https://files.schudio.com/st-joseph-s-catholic-academy-2/imagecache/720x440c/news/885359887_4480745848833997_34213915763857053_n.png.jpeg) 9 November 2026 ### [Year 1 Brings History to Life During Toys and Transport Dress-Up Day](https://stjosephsnorton.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-11-09-year-1-brings-history-to-life-during-toys-and-transport-dress-up-day) Year 1 pupils at St Joseph's Catholic Academy in Norton stepped back in time and into character during a fantastic dress-up day linked to their topic, Toys and Transport Through Time. The exciting event helped bring classroom learning to life as children explored how toys have changed over the years and discovered the materials they were made from in different periods of history. 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