St John's School Ethos

Statement of Intent

The St John’s education aims to encourage each boy and girl to develop their intellectual curiosity and, through a wide range of different experiences, to define the person they wish to be and the contribution they can make thereafter. The School aims to instil a sense of leadership and of service, be it locally, nationally or globally.  It is an education in which the moral and spiritual growth of each individual is central, so that he or she may face with confidence the challenges and opportunities of our society. Each boy and girl is valued and nurtured on the basis of who they are and not according to year group, gender, natural gifts or background.  It is a preparation for life.

Core Objectives

In accordance with its Christian foundation, the core objectives of the St John's School education are:

  • To ensure that the health and welfare of the pupils is paramount and that St John’s has well established pastoral and medical procedures to confirm that the pupils receive the best possible care. 
  • To provide an environment in which pupils can discover and develop their spiritual, intellectual, social, cultural and physical qualities to the full.
  • To aspire to high standards, which promote a culture of success in which confidence, high self-esteem and the power of action prevail.
  • To create a happy and secure environment in which pupils learn to live together in order to foster a sense of community, co-education, respect for each other and good citizenship.
  • To give pupils the opportunity to take advantage of a wide breadth of extra-curricular activities in order to develop all aspects of their character.
  • To provide opportunities for leadership and responsibility in order to prepare for life beyond school.
  • To enable all members of staff to strive for professional fulfilment in their work through appropriate responsibilities, opportunity and meeting their aspirations and expectations.
  • To encourage parents to share in its aims, participate in its life and consider it as an extension of their own nurture at home.