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prepared to question, with their curiosity very much alive. They get the best from themselves and achieve highly within and beyond the classroom. We aim for our children to develop a real generosity of spirit, know and care about getting the best from others and do well when they are with us and when they are long beyond our walls. We focus on creativity throughout the school, both in how we teach and how the children learn. We prefer to enable them to develop the skills needed to succeed in the future, rather than concentrating purely on gaining knowledge, gathering facts and passing exams – though these have their place in any educational environment. This creates the right space for our pupils to find their true voices and realise their potential, secure in knowing that they are cared for and supported by the community around them, equipped with a full set of skills to problem-solve, collaborate and adapt. Our youngest children are full of questions and rich with curiosity. We work to preserve and strengthen their questioning and
thinking skills. From an early age, we give them the essential tools, knowledge and understanding, but aim to give them even more. Our Flexible Learning programme features child-led independent learning, play-based learning in the Pre-Prep, creative and critical thinking, executive functions, digitally enhanced learning, philosophy, compassion and loving kindness – plus outdoor learning, which benefits from the addition of a landscaped forest garden. An Enrichment programme has been implemented with the school’s nine- to 13-year-olds, exploring the development of sustainability projects as well as cross-curricular work and giving space to My Mind (incorporating mindfulness, study skills, tai chi, PSHEE and philosophy as a foundation for critical thinking skills, self-management of learning and management of self). The aim is to foster a child’s ability to possess their own learning, engage their innate curiosity and creativity and encourage them to connect with their feelings about themselves and the world.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE From this strong foundation – despite being non-selective at our four-plus intake – our pupils go on to achieve at the highest levels. This is confirmed by our previous ISI inspection report, where pupils’ academic achievements and personal development were graded as ‘excellent’. Our exam results are outstanding with 100% of our Year 8 pupils in 2026 securing places at their first-choice senior schools. Nearly half of our leavers end up gaining scholarships to the strongest schools each year.
FIND OUT MORE Get to know us on an open morning or an individually
To find out more and arrange your visit, or book a place on one of our open mornings, please contact the registrar Mrs Maria Mosher at 01223 353652 or admissions@sjcs.co.uk arranged tour. It’s important to us that you have an opportunity to see the school in action, tour each of the school’s sites (usually with the children) and experience its atmosphere, as well as meet us to discuss the school’s educational approach and ask any questions.
Open mornings Our next open morning will be held on Tuesday 13 October 2026. To attend, contact our registrar Mrs Maria Mosher
on 01223 353652 or at admissions@sjcs.co.uk
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