Welcome to
St Joseph’s Catholic School
“With God’s love and inspiration, we aspire to achieve excellence.”
A warm welcome from the Headmaster
As a school of the Clifton Diocese celebrating its 60th anniversary, St Joseph’s holds a significant place in history and is a leader in the development of Catholic education in Salisbury.
St Joseph’s has a beating heart that inspires every member of our school family to act with kindness. We continually aspire to deepen our spirituality and support the social and academic development of every member, fostering the confidence and character needed to make a positive impact in the world.
At St Joseph’s, excellent teaching, proactive pastoral care, and a strong sense of social responsibility create an environment where pupils can truly feel united and learn without limits.
To truly experience what a St Joseph’s education can offer, we warmly invite you to one of our Open Days to meet our pupils and staff or book a tour to see the school in action. We look forward to welcoming you.
Matthew Higgins MA(Ed), BSc (Hons)
Headmaster
The SJCS Journey
Key Stage 3
(Years 7 – 9)
Key Stage 4
(Years 10 – 11)
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See the School in Action
Want to have a look around our school and experience life at St Joseph’s? Find out about our upcoming open days and other opportunities to join us.
Admissions
Find out about our admissions process and how to apply for a place here at St Joseph’s Catholic School.
Latest News
Welcome Back to a New Academic Year!
The rain might be pouring outside, but on the inside our school has had a freshen up and we’re ready to welcome everyone for a new academic year!
St Joseph’s Celebrates Best GCSE Results in Three Years
A Year in the Life of St Joseph’s Catholic School (2024/25)
On 10th July, we had the pleasure of enjoying our Summer Showcase evening, where pupils from all year groups braved the stage to share their talents.
Summer Showcase 2025: An Unforgettable Evening of Dance, Drama, Music and Comedy
On 10th July, we had the pleasure of enjoying our Summer Showcase evening, where pupils from all year groups braved the stage to share their talents.
Whole School Celebrates Sunny and Successful Sports Day
A Fond Farewell to the Class of 2025
Today, the whole school together to say farewell to this year’s Year 11, who have officially finished for the summer.
Commemorating VE Day with Group Captain & Chief Test Pilot Ron Burrows
St Joseph’s Catholic School commemorated VE Day yesterday (May 8th) with lots of bunting, a tea party, and a special visit from Group Captain Ron Burrows.
St Joseph’s Welcomes Spanish Students
Over the last few days, we had the privilege of hosting a group of students from Spain.
Pupil Leadership Team Elected for 2025-26
Our new Pupil Leadership Team has been chosen for the next academic year, including Heads of School and Prefects.
Bishop Bosco Interviewed by SJCS Pupils
Before Easter, Bishop Bosco visited St Joseph’s Catholic School and our pupils had lots of questions to ask him! Read the full interview here.
See OUR SCHOOL in action
Next Open Morning: Thursday 20th November
Are you looking at secondary school options for your Year 5 child? We'd love to welcome you for a tour of our small and inclusive school.
Join us on Thursday 20th November between 9:30am–12pm for a pupil-led tour of our school. You can arrive at any time between these hours, and you can bring other siblings/family members along with you.