Business Details
Trusted Catholic Primary Education in London
St John's Roman Catholic Primary School is a one-form entry institution dedicated to fostering a nurturing Christian environment where every child can thrive. Our school prioritises spiritual growth alongside academic excellence, creating a community where children, parents, and staff collaborate to unlock each pupil's full potential. With a secure, single-storey building and extensive outdoor facilities including an astro-turf ball cage and planting areas, we provide a safe and stimulating environment for learning. Our partnership with Stave Hill Eco-Park enhances classroom activities through hands-on ecological experiences. Recognised by Ofsted in 2016 for outstanding behaviour and curriculum delivery, we enrich education through diverse trips, guest speakers, and creative projects.As part of a hard federation with St James the Great Primary School, we maintain high expectations while nurturing individual talents. Our curriculum balances academic rigor with experiential learning, ensuring children develop both intellectually and emotionally. The school's motto 'To Love and Serve One Another' guides our approach to community building and mutual support. With 7 year-group classes and a dedicated nursery, we maintain small class sizes to personalise attention. Parents consistently praise our warm atmosphere, where children feel safe and engaged, as evidenced by pupil testimonials about woodland explorations and collaborative projects. Our strategic location in Rotherhithe offers excellent transport links while maintaining a close-knit community feel.
Services
Primary Education
Nursery Provision
Outdoor Learning
Curriculum Enrichment
SEND Support
Highlights and features
- We maintain Ofsted-recognised outstanding standards in behaviour and curriculum delivery since 2016
- Our single-storey building with secure outdoor spaces ensures child safety and accessibility
- We offer enriched learning through partnerships with Stave Hill Eco-Park and St James School
- Our small class sizes enable personalised attention for every child's development
- We provide nursery provision with flexible part-time and full-time options
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Feel extremely safe
Love writing songs
Enjoying woodland visits
Outstanding curriculum
Secure outdoor spaces
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for children aged 4-11 through our one-form entry system. Our curriculum combines academic instruction with spiritual development in a nurturing Christian environment. With maximum class sizes of 30 pupils, we ensure individual attention while maintaining educational standards that Ofsted recognised as outstanding in 2016.
Nursery Provision
Our nursery class offers both part-time and full-time places with dedicated outdoor play spaces. The programme focuses on foundational learning through play-based activities while preparing children for formal schooling. Separate facilities ensure age-appropriate development in a secure environment tailored to younger children.
Outdoor Learning
We utilise our astro-turf ball cage, planting areas, and adjacent Stave Hill Eco-Park for hands-on learning experiences. These resources support environmental education and physical development while providing safe spaces for recreation. Children engage in practical activities like growing vegetables and observing local wildlife.
Curriculum Enrichment
Our educational programme extends beyond classrooms through trips, visitor workshops, and creative projects. These enrichment activities enhance traditional learning with real-world experiences that develop practical skills and broaden pupils' perspectives through diverse cultural and environmental encounters.
SEND Support
We provide dedicated support for children with special educational needs through our SENDCo and tailored assistance programmes. Our inclusive approach ensures all pupils receive appropriate accommodations while participating fully in school activities and accessing the national curriculum.
People
Janice Babb
Co Headteacher
Co-Headteacher with extensive experience in primary education leadership, committed to nurturing both academic achievement and spiritual growth in a Christian environment.
Emily Phipps
Co Headteacher
Co-Headteacher dedicated to maintaining outstanding educational standards while fostering a caring community where every child feels valued and supported in their learning journey.
Steffi Sadiq
SENDCo
Special Educational Needs Coordinator responsible for implementing inclusive education strategies and providing tailored support for pupils with diverse learning requirements across the school.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We teach children aged 4-11 years through our nursery provision and primary school classes from Reception to Year 6.
How do you support special educational needs?
Our dedicated SENDCo provides individualised support plans while integrating pupils into mainstream classes with appropriate accommodations and resources.
What outdoor facilities do you have?
We have secure astro-turf play areas, vegetable gardens, and access to Stave Hill Eco-Park for environmental learning experiences.
How do you involve parents?
We maintain regular communication through our office team and encourage parental involvement in school activities and decision-making processes.
What makes your school distinctive?
Our Christian values, small class sizes, Ofsted-recognised excellence, and unique eco-park partnership create a nurturing environment for holistic development.
How do you ensure child safety?
We maintain secure premises with controlled access, dedicated outdoor spaces, and safeguarding procedures that make children feel protected according to Ofsted standards.
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