Welcome to
The Joseph Whitaker School
Proud to be Me. Proud to be Us.
Be Ready Be Kind Be Safe
The Joseph Whitaker School is located in Rainworth near Mansfield. The school joined the East Midlands Education Trust on the 1st September 2016. We believe that we have a culture and ethos which enables every child to thrive and develop into a confident young adult whilst achieving excellent qualifications in readiness for their future.
We cater for all students’ needs and ambitions, whatever their starting point. Examination outcomes are strong and we offer a broad and balanced curriculum throughout all key stages. In addition to the taught curriculum, we offer a multitude of additional opportunities and hope that your child takes full advantage of the activities that we have to offer.
The Joseph Whitaker School has Specialisms in both Sport and Performing arts. The school became a specialist Sports College in September 2004 and in 2012 the sports specialism was expanded to add focus on performing arts. Our provision, outcomes and commitment to the values and benefits have been recognised nationally. We are a Gold Partner school for the Youth Sport Trust, and the lead school in Nottinghamshire for leadership and volunteering. The skills, self-esteem and opportunities created by the performing arts are seen as vital ingredients in delivering the schools vision.
News
Yesterday we took around 40 students to see the Pantomime, Peter Pan, at the Theatre Royal in Nottingham. The tickets were gifted to us by the Associate Schools Programme. All students had a great time.
Today we welcome back Kamal from Aim a Little Higher back into school. Kamal worked with our current Year 11 last year and yesterday delivered an assembly and two workshops to Year 10 students.
Kamal asked students to think about what three things they could change to turn their potential into results and he talked about getting to know yourself and planning for your future.
Newsletter
Lunch Menu
10/1/25
Mac "N" Cheese
or Vegie Sausage Roll
Southern Fried Chicken & Wedges
Baked Potatoes, Cheese & Baked Beans.
Ripple Chicken in a Bun,
Sausage, Bacon & Cheese in a Bun,
Buttermilk Chicken in a Bun,
Crispy Chicken & BBQ Sauce Wrap,
Pepperoni or Pizza Panini
Ofsted Inspection November 2024
The quality of education – Good
Behaviour and attitudes – Good
Personal development – Good
Leadership and management – Good
Sixth-form provision – Good
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Registered Office: Loughborough Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7FA