If you have a child born between 1st September 2019 and 31st August 2020, they are eligible to start school in September 2024. We will be holding a ‘stay and play’ session at Joseph’s and St Gregory’s Chester Road Queens Park on Friday 1st December at 1:15pm until 2:15pm to showcase our Early Years Setting. Please spread the word to friends and family members. There is no need to book an appointment, everyone is welcome.
Ofsted said of our Early Years, “Pupils’ positive attitudes to learning start in the early years. Children in Nursery and Reception are happy and enthusiastic learners. Children in Reception are well prepared for Year 1.”
Our telephones are currently not working. If you need to contact the school, please email office@sjsg.beds.olicatschools.org or visit the school site. Thank you for your patience.
It is the greatest pleasure to be the Head Teacher of St Joseph's and St Gregory's Catholic Primary School & Nursery. We strive to give every child the best possible education, in an environment where everyone is loved and valued.
When children join us on their first day, we have a clear plan and goal for each of them. That is very simply that every one of them feel loved, feel included and experience an education that enables them to achieve their God-given potential. Our children are kind, compassionate, loving and empathic. They understand what it means to be part of a community that is rich and diverse. "Pupils at St Joseph's and St Gregory's like coming to school. They feel part of the school's caring community." (Ofsted report October 2023)
Our school is a special place, where people from all walks of life come together, we live harmoniously with one another, and our children are excellent examples of how to live in the wider world.
We believe that all children have the right to an engaging and aspirational education. We have worked hard to develop a curriculum which promotes achievement for all. As noted in our most recent Ofsted Inspection, our 'ambitious new curriculum is markedly improving pupils' achievement.'
We are a welcoming community, whose door is always open, should you wish to come and visit us.
Gemma Otter
Head Teacher
Last week, Year 4's attended the STEM day at Biddenham and enjoyed taking part in lots of science, technology, engineering and maths activities. We entered the competition to create something to represent our learning in science and won 2nd place. #olicatcommunity https://t.co/iLYtPQWGwp
5 months ago
KS1 had a fantastic visit from the Rainforest Roadshow this week. Children held spiders and learned about life in the rainforest. #OLICATcommunity https://t.co/qJ33OdBo4x
5 months ago
We are incredibly proud of Year 6 who have worked really hard to complete their SATs this week. We celebrated with ice cream, dancing and football. Well done everyone! #olicatcommunity https://t.co/S6IQxfH1rK
7 months ago
Congratulations to all the children who took part in the MTC (Multiplication) Cup at SJSG in May 2023. We came 17th out of 1000 schools! #olicatcommunity https://t.co/miAwW7WVen
7 months ago
It's been a day of learning & celebrations at SJSG as we near the Coronation of King Charles III tomorrow. The children have come dressed in the colours of the Union Jack and spent time on reading, writing and craft activities relating to the Coronation today. #olicatcommunity https://t.co/6qRDy13oQn
7 months ago
This week, Year 6 watched the Easter story come alive at St. John's and St. Leonard's Church. At the end, they met the characters and asked some thought-provoking questions. #olicatcommunity https://t.co/axn7frNXVC
8 months ago
@SJSGPrimary have an exciting vacancy which has just been posted on @mynewterm! They're looking for a SENDCo, if this is of interest and for more information please check it out https://t.co/KLPX0bs1QC @OlicatSchools #OLICATcommunity
9 months ago
To celebrate #internationalwomensday today, the children in Seabirds had a visit from Naomi and her team at Beds Fire and Rescue. International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. #OLICATcommunity https://t.co/JRiqyiYIE9
9 months ago
Today is International Women's Day and Holi. The Polar Bears have been very busy learning about #holi and have created some colourful self portraits. Also, we have been learning about Aretha Franklin to celebrate #internationalwomensday. #OLICATcommunity https://t.co/ogrIkpvry7
9 months ago
Here's one of the arty activities going on in year 6 today for #WorldBookDay #olicatcommunity https://t.co/JgNyMTb5VB
9 months ago
We are celebrating World Book Day today at SJSG and the staff and children are enjoying a whole feast of fun activities. Here are a few of the brilliant characters here in school this morning! #worldbookday2023 #OLICATcommunity https://t.co/HhHz9TjclE
9 months ago
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10 months ago
FIRST FRIDAY PRAYER CHAIN Each First Friday every hour between 6am to 6pm a member of our OLICAT Schools community will pray. After each hour we pass the prayer baton on! You can follow the chain in real time on @OLICATChaplains https://t.co/tFGTeUWoPM #olicatcommunity
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10 months ago
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10 months ago
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10 months ago
Click on the link for further information about the Bedford Creative Arts mural painting workshops in Queen's Park. https://t.co/jnZHe1hK1I #olicatcommunity #olicatschools
10 months ago
It's National Compliment Day. Have you complimented anyone today? #kindness #OLICATcommunity https://t.co/JO7PtAT6w5
11 months ago
The SJSG School Council met with the Mayor of Bedford today to discuss some of the projects that the children want to work on. We had a great discussion. Thank you to Mayor Dave and to Alek Bogacki for a great meeting. #OLICATcommunity @DaveTheMayor https://t.co/oC6X9IYsZ0
11 months ago
Over the last two days every child in Key Stage Two planted a tree, as part of the Government’s Trees for Climate Project. Over 500 trees are now waiting to grow into a beautiful woodland. We cannot wait to see the trees bloom! #olicatcommunity https://t.co/f0POPcyVkf
11 months ago