St Joseph's College

St Joseph's College Day Nursery · Prep · Senior · Sixth Form

Independent school in Ipswich, Suffolk.

65 acres of woodland · Wrap-around care · A culture of ambition.
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St Joseph’s College feels different. We are very proud of the special ethos at St Joseph’s, an independent day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2 to 18, which combines strong Christian values with a unique approach to supporting and nurturing children within a family environment. We challenge all of our students to ‘be their best’ in every aspect of College life and set high standards f

or everyone in our community. Parents, pupils and staff work together to ensure that we produce confident pupils without arrogance, team players who will stand up for what is right and compassionate, caring members of society. You are warmly invited to visit us at our beautiful 60 acre campus in Ipswich to discover for yourself what makes St Joseph’s feel so different.

Does your ambition match ours?Join us at our Ambition Open Morning on Saturday 19 September.We believe that everyone can...
08/09/2026

Does your ambition match ours?

Join us at our Ambition Open Morning on Saturday 19 September.

We believe that everyone can become an academic, athlete, artist or actor. They just need the ambition, confidence and opportunity to be one. And that is where we come in…

Are you a student who can match our ambition on the pitch, in the classroom or on the stage? St Joseph's College is where ambition meets opportunity; from our extraordinary creative and performing arts programme to our high-performance sports, we are one campus with one vision.

Register now for our Ambition Open Morning:
https://www.stjos.co.uk/admissions/open-days-enquire/

Delivered by our Principal, Mrs Clarke, the first assembly of our Christmas Term saw our school community come together ...
07/09/2026

Delivered by our Principal, Mrs Clarke, the first assembly of our Christmas Term saw our school community come together to hear an interesting interpretation on our core school values of aspiration, respect and confidence.

Mrs Clarke skillfully linked our recent rugby tour to Australia, to our school joey mascot. At St Jo's every student is a 'Joey', therefore Mrs Clarke took us through facts about kangaroos that work alongside our ethos.

The stand-out fact; kangaroos never move backwards, aligning perfecting with the journey of each student moving ahead this term.

05/09/2026

We're ready to make history - are you?

The National Schools Rugby Festival is celebrating its 40th year this October and our students have been working hard over the summer with our preseason training to prepare for the festival.

Our dedicated coaching staff work closely with each student, providing personalised guidance and support to help them reach their full potential.

As the festival draws nearer, we want our players to have the confidence and skills needed to excel at what is the pinnacle of schoolboy rugby. We are proud of each student's journey with a commitment that goes beyond the pitch.

The festival is being held the 16-18 October with an exclusive Gala Dinner taking place Thursday 15 October to kick off the event which promises to be a highlight of the festival with the return of iconic winning teams and inclusion of respected guest speakers.

Attendees are encouraged to book their VIP experience now as tickets are selling fast and we have limited availability.

Purchase your tickets here:
Gala Dinner: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/40th-national-schools-rugby-festival-exclusive-gala-dinner-tickets-1992653653719
VIP Experience: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/national-schools-rugby-festival-2026-tickets-1997838449583

We'd also like to take this opportunity to thank our festival partners Fleximize, your ongoing support and continued commitment helps to give our students the opportunities, support and encouragement they need to reach a success we can all be proud of.

04/09/2026

A new school year, a confident next step.

Today we welcome all pupils from Nursery all the way up to Sixth Form. Our pupils grow with us, surrounded by familiar faces, trusted relationships and a strong sense of belonging.

This continuity means that each September feels less like a daunting transition and more like a confident next step.

And while some pupils are returning to familiar surroundings, this week our community has already begun to welcome those joining us for the first time.

We can't wait to see where this next chapter takes you.

Beyond the game. Beyond the classroom.Our students had an incredible five days during their Holland Football Tour. An un...
02/09/2026

Beyond the game. Beyond the classroom.

Our students had an incredible five days during their Holland Football Tour. An unforgettable experience combining high-level training, the opportunity to meet former Barcelona and AC Milan player Kevin-Prince Boateng and touring the Phillips stadium, which is the home of the European powerhouse PSV Eindhoven.

At St Jo's we create experiences that broaden horizons, inspire ambition and create lifelong memories.

Experience our 40th National Schools Rugby Festival in style with our VIP hospitality package🏉This offers the ultimate F...
22/08/2026

Experience our 40th National Schools Rugby Festival in style with our VIP hospitality package🏉

This offers the ultimate Festival experience, with a premium setting from which to enjoy a weekend of outstanding schoolboy rugby.

Your ticket also includes:
- Complimentary Parking
- Exclusive Access to the Festival
- Luxury All Day Buffet
- Networking & Hospitality
- Comfort & Atmosphere*

Don't miss out! Tickets can be purchased here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/national-schools-rugby-festival-2026-tickets-1997838449583



*Please note that while the Rugby Festival is a family-friendly event, the VIP marquee will include a licensed bar serving alcohol as well as a hot food counter. We therefore have a duty of care and responsibility for how the space is managed. Entry to the marquee is via ticket only, including children. Under 18 tickets are available at a discounted cost and children must be accompanied by an adult and supervised at all times. For more information about ticket requirements please see our FAQs on Eventbrite.

A huge congratulations to Arthur on his 3 GCSEs at grade 9 and 3 GCSEs at grade 8.We're incredibly proud of the effort h...
21/08/2026

A huge congratulations to Arthur on his 3 GCSEs at grade 9 and 3 GCSEs at grade 8.

We're incredibly proud of the effort he has put in and the commitment he has shown throughout his GCSE journey. What an exciting start to the next chapter. Well done, Arthur!

We are delighted to be celebrating 100% of our FPQ students achieving A*- A, and 86% A - C for our HPQ students.FPQ and ...
21/08/2026

We are delighted to be celebrating 100% of our FPQ students achieving A*- A, and 86% A - C for our HPQ students.

FPQ and HPQ projects enable students to study areas of personal interest that can be bespoke to their individual goals and destinations. This kind of qualification can also help to develop research skills and independent learning, with the opportunity to explore topics in greater depth and build confidence in presenting ideas.

A huge well done to all our FPQ and HPQ students.

We are incredibly proud of Eleanor, who has achieved an outstanding 3 GCSEs at grade 9 and 5 GCSEs at grade 8.This resul...
21/08/2026

We are incredibly proud of Eleanor, who has achieved an outstanding 3 GCSEs at grade 9 and 5 GCSEs at grade 8.

This result is a wonderful recognition of the hard work, determination and commitment Eleanor has shown throughout her studies.

Congratulations, Eleanor, on this well deserved success.

20/08/2026

Here at St Jo's, we pride ourselves on the individual story of our students. We measure success not by numbers, but by their personal achievements as they strive to climb their Everest.

It is moments like today, as our students receive their GCSE results, that our community shines. Everybody's success is celebrated and our school, staff and parents share in the glory of each and every student.

Well done to all of our Year 11 students, we wish you the very best as you embark on your journey into Sixth Form.

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