St. Joseph's Convent School, Kakinada: Nurturing Excellence for Over 140 Years In the heart of Kakinada, stands a venerable institution that has been shaping young minds and nurturing excellence for over a century. St. Joseph's Convent School, established in 1882 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Annecy, France, holds a rich legacy of academic brilliance and character development. Historical Roots and Mission: The roots of our school reach back to an era characterized by child marriage, female infanticide, and restrictive societal norms. In 1882, against these challenging odds, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Annecy laid the foundation of St. Joseph's Convent School, envisioning an education system that would be a catalyst for change.