Since 1958 • De La Salle Christian Brothers
Founded in 1958, Saint Joseph Catholic School has been a beacon of quality education in Adama, Ethiopia. Run by the De La Salle Christian Brothers under the Ethiopian Catholic Church, we are committed to holistic development of students academically, morally, and physically.
Established in 1958, we have served the Adama community for over six decades, providing quality education and producing responsible citizens.
We follow the vision of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, providing liberal education with teaching that helps students give reverence to God.
Our curriculum and facilities meet standards, preparing students for global opportunities while staying rooted in Ethiopian values.
We develop the whole person - academically excellent, morally upright, and physically active with a record in discipline and sports.
Fostering early development through dedicated, high-quality care.
Our kindergarten program provides a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young learners aged 3-6 years. With its own dedicated compound, our KG section features colorful classrooms, age-appropriate learning materials, indoor and outdoor play areas, and caring teachers who specialize in early childhood education.
The kindergarten curriculum focuses on developing social skills, creativity, and foundational literacy and numeracy through play-based learning, storytelling, art, music, and group activities.
Kindergarten Director
+251-911-381289
kg.director@saintjoseph.edu.et
Building Strong Foundations for Lifelong Learning
Our elementary school (Grades 1-8) provides a strong academic foundation in a supportive environment. The elementary section has its own dedicated compound separate from older students, ensuring safety and age-appropriate facilities.
The curriculum covers core subjects including Mathematics, English, Science, Social Studies, Amharic, and Afan oromo along with extracurricular activities such as art, music, physical education, and computer literacy.
Elementary School Director
+251-911-549983
elementary.director@saintjoseph.edu.et
Preparing Future Leaders for University and Beyond
Our high school (Grades 9-12) prepares students for higher education and professional careers. The high school compound features advanced science laboratories, computer labs, a library, and sports facilities.
Students choose between Natural Science and Social Science streams, with intensive preparation for national exams and university entrance. We also offer career guidance, university placement support, and leadership development programs.
High School Director
+251-911-803697
highschool.director@saintjoseph.edu.et
To see the school becoming a model school in the country by giving quality education that is integrated with Christian values which would cut the chain of poverty and lead students to become good and productive citizens.
To fulfill the vision of De La Salle which is providing a liberal education with Christian teaching that helps students to give reverence to God, to take risks and make important decisions in their lives, to make peace-loving citizens who show respect to all humanity and become loyal to the country.