St Joseph's School, Barcaldine has a proud tradition of high quality learning in a Christian atmosphere of care and concern for the individual. From humble beginnings with the Sisters of Mercy in 1896, our school has developed a unique culture, family-like in nature and responsive to the needs of the Barcaldine community.
Today St Joseph's School provides quality education for 53 children, developing their potential in all areas - Academic, Social, Emotional, and Spiritual.
The fine school we now have is the outcome of the efforts and co-operation of many people - Sisters, staff, parents and students - over many years.
OUR SCHOOL SONG
Tree of Life
The Sisters of mercy, planted the seed
Giving us life, in all that we need
Through these foundations, our knowledge has grown
Now as we blossom, our colours will show
Look up and learn, from above
Live and grow, in truth and love
Stretching up, to the Outback Sky
St Josephs is our.....Tree of Life
Tree of Life
Our values like water, on the leaves
Service, compassion, in our community
Sunlight on branches, reaching out
This is what, our school’s about
Here in Barcaldine, in Queensland’s west
All of us Joey’s, giving our best