Welcome to
The Joseph Whitaker School
Proud to be Me. Proud to be Us.
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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
Year 7 Social Media Sessions
Year 7 took part in some social media sessions yesterday delivered by @positive.social
They looked at the benefits and negatives of social media and all made commitments to themselves regarding their social media use.
There is a parents session online at the end of the month.
Information and the link to book on 31st March can be found here: www.tickettailor.com/events/positivesocial/1623281.
Work Experience - Year 10
If you are a local business who is able to offer a work experience placement to a Year 10 student from the 30th June until the 4th of July 2025 then we would love to hear from you!
Please email office@josephwhitaker.org with your information and Mrs Adams will be in touch with you.
Year 9 and 12 London Art Trip
Students and staff have had a great time visiting The World of Tim Burton exhibition at The Design Museum and The Tate Modern art gallery. Well done to our winners Jess, Sophie, Neve and Evie who completed the activity sheets to a high standard. On our way home now, the students have had a brilliant time.
Newsletter
Lunch Menu
21/3/25
Sausage Choice
Crispy Potato Cubes, Vegetable Choice
Baked Potatoes, Cheese & Baked Beans.
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Rooster Chicken in a Bun
Cheese Burger in a Bun with or without Gherkins
Southern Fried Chicken in a Bun
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Panini Choice
Salt & Pepper Chicken Wrap
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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