| A Roman Catholic state integrated school for boys from Year 0 – Year 6 and girls from Year 0 – Year 8. The maximum roll of the school is 350 pupils. |
| Established approximately 150 years ago and was staffed by Sisters of Mercy for 143 years. The last Sister of Mercy was the previous principal who retired in 1996. |
| Situated on the southern edge of Auckland City, St. Joseph’s serves a wide geographic area from Penrose in the east, One Tree Hill in the north, Onehunga in the west and and a large area of Mangere across the Manukau Harbour to the south. |
| Staff and students represent a rich variety of cultures including Maori, Samoan, Tongan, Filipino, Indian, Fijian, British/European, American and of course New Zealanders. |
| ‘To Love and to Serve’ is the school’s motto. Pastoral care is an important element of the ‘Special Character’ of the school. |
| There is an emphasis on strengthening faith, developing pride and seeking excellence. |
| A wide range of facilities are provided including an excellent school hall and modern library/ ICT suite. |
| Whilst places are limited the principal welcomes enquiries. |
Contact Details:
125 Church St, Onehunga, auckalnd 1061
PH: 09 363 8102
Email: admin@sjs.school.nz
Website: http://www.sjs.school.nz