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St John’s College School CAMBR IDGE
t St John’s, we believe in a childhood filled with affection, in which young people know that they are valued. An education during which they learn to trust themselves and each other, find and express their voices, discover the differences they can make for themselves and others, learn to question, to collaborate, to be independent, and to take charge of their learning and lives. A St John’s education is about the whole child. At its core is our focus on pastoral care and wellbeing, starting with our Emotions for Learning programme. We believe that education at its best is a profound act of care. If we care, then we will notice. If we notice, then we will act on a child’s behalf. If we act for each child, then each of our children will achieve their best and become their best selves. To be known, to be noticed, to be valued, to be cared for – fundamental things for all of us – these are the essentials of a good childhood, and they are at the heart of the St John’s way. Our children become independent learners and creative thinkers prepared to question, with their curiosity very much alive. They get the best from themselves and achieve very highly within and beyond the classroom. We aim for them to develop a real generosity of spirit, to understand and care about how to get the best from others and to do well when they are with us – and when they are long beyond our walls. We focus on creativity throughout the school, both in the way we teach and the way children learn. We prefer to enable children to develop the skills they will need to succeed in the future, rather than
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concentrate purely on gathering facts and passing exams, although these have their place in any educational environment. This different approach creates the right climate for our pupils to find their true voice and realise their potential, secure in the knowledge that they are cared for and supported by the community around them and equipped with the skills to problem-solve, collaborate and adapt. Our youngest children are full of questions, rich with curiosity. We work to preserve and strengthen their questioning and thinking skills. From the earliest age, we give them the essential tools, knowledge and understanding, but aim to give them more. Our Flexible Learning programme incorporates child-led
Our next open morning will be held on Thursday 12 May 2022 between 9.45am and 12pm. To attend, please contact our registrar, Mrs Emma Luck 01223 353652 or admissions@ sjcs.co.uk
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