Stepping Out in Faith for The Big Lent Walk
At St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton, pupils have begun a meaningful journey of faith and compassion as they take part in The Big Lent Walk in support of CAFOD. On Friday 20th February, the whole school community stepped forward to launch this special initiative, which will continue every Friday throughout Lent.
Active Adventures at the Early Years Sports Festival!
Class 1 from St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton had an unforgettable time at the Early Years Sports Festival hosted at Durham University. The children threw themselves into every activity with energy, enthusiasm and huge smiles!
Stories That Bring Us Together
Class 5 from St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton enjoyed a wonderful trip to their local library, where they spent the morning exploring stories from a range of cultures, experiences and perspectives.
Class 9 Dive Into the World of Artificial Intelligence
Class 9 at St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton has been exploring the fascinating topic of Artificial Intelligence and how it works. They learned that AI tools learn from data, spot patterns, and make predictions - and while they can be incredibly helpful, they are not always accurate.
Celebrating Belonging and Well‑Being During Children’s Mental Health Week
At St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton, we embraced Children’s Mental Health Week with the uplifting theme “This Is Our Place.” Across school, children reflected on what it means to belong, feel valued, and play an important role in their community.
Reception Blast Off for a Space‑Tastic Stay and Play!
This week at St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton, we were delighted to welcome our Reception families for a very special Space‑Themed Stay and Play - and what an out‑of‑this‑world afternoon it was! Grown‑ups joined their children in exploring hands‑on, imaginative activities linked to the class’s current space topic.
Kicking Goals and Showing Grit: Girls’ Team Shine at Premier League Tournament!
The girls’ football team at St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton delivered an outstanding performance at the recent Premier League tournament. From the very first whistle, they showed confidence, teamwork, and incredible skill on the pitch.
Celebrating Number Day with Families and Fun!
Families were invited into classrooms to see firsthand the engaging and creative ways our teachers promote a love of maths across the whole school. From hands-on tasks to problem‑solving challenges, it was wonderful to showcase the joyful, practical side of learning with numbers.
Bringing History to Life: A Hands‑On Stone Age Adventure for Our Pupils
Year 3 and 4 pupils at St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton stepped back in time this week as they took part in an unforgettable Stone Age Primitive Skills Workshop - three action-packed days that brought their history learning to life in the most exciting way.
Ahoy, Mateys! A Sports Adventure for Class 4
Class 4 set sail on an unforgettable adventure this morning as they took part in a pirate‑themed sports festival at Durham University! From the moment they arrived, the excitement was high — and the pirate spirit was even higher.
Quick Thinking & Big Energy! Year 5 & 6 Smash the Post‑it Note Challenge
Our Year 5 and 6 maths group had an incredibly fun and fast‑paced session as they took on the exciting Post‑it Note Challenge - an activity designed to supercharge mental‑maths skills and boost confidence through teamwork.
Growing, Changing and Wondering: Exploring Life Cycles in Years 1 & 2
Our Year 1 and 2 pupils at St Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Norton have been busy exploring the fascinating world of animal life cycles — and their enthusiasm for science has been incredible!