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Welcome to

St John Plessington
Catholic College

​​​​​​​At St John Plessington Catholic College our motto is excellence in all we do. Our mission is to be a Catholic College where every individual is highly valued and where care and concern for others are central to our work. All our pupils are supported to achieve their potential and become active agents of change in the world.

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To build an inclusive Catholic community founded on the Gospel Values

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A SENSE OF BELONGING

WHY CHOOSE US?

A SENSE OF BELONGING

At St John Plessington, we believe that a true sense of belonging is the foundation for success. Every student is valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. We foster a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone feels respected, safe, and empowered to contribute. Our shared values and strong relationships create an environment where students grow in confidence, develop lasting friendships, and take pride in being part of the SJP community.

CATHOLIC LIFE

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CATHOLIC LIFE

St John Plessington Catholic College welcomes all families who support our values. Our school is rooted in Catholic values which permeate all aspects of work and relationships. Our Chapel is at the heart of the school, placing Christ at the centre of everything that we do. St Mary's Catholic College is a community of service guiding young people on a path to opportunity, aspiration and reward, founded on Catholic values.

 EXTRA CURRICULAR

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EXTRA CURRICULAR

We encourage all our students to enrich their learning with extra-curricular activities. We currently offer: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Bible Club, Boxing, Breakfast Club, Chess Club, Choir, Debate Team, Duke of Edinburgh, Fitness, Football, Homework Club, House Drama, Judo, Maths Club, Music Lessons, Netball, Rugby, Sixth Form Study, Spoken Word, STEM Group (Science), Table Tennis and Trampoline.

LITERACY

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LITERACY

St John Plessington Catholic College, Literacy is at the heart of everything we do. We therefore offer students a wide range of stimulating ways to develop their ability to speak, read and write effectively. From a well-stocked Library to a range of high-quality interventions and our very own School Poet, we strive to help our students to gain Literacy skills that will enable them to thrive throughout their lives.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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September 2025 – Return to School

We are looking forward to welcoming our students back next week! Please see below the staggered return times:

Monday 1st September 2025: Staff Development Day – staff only, no students in school

Tuesday 2nd September 2025:
Year 7, Year 12, and Year 13 return at 08:30 and remain in school for the full day.

Wednesday 3rd September 2025:
Year 8 & Year 9 return at 08:35
Year 10 returns at 09:40
Year 11 returns at 10:10
Discover Life at SJP 

Ever wondered what a typical day looks like at SJP?  Our Day in the Life video gives you a real glimpse into our community, learning, and opportunities.

Open Evening 2025
📍 St John Plessington Catholic College
🗓️ Wednesday 10th September
⏰ 6.00pm

Come and experience our school for yourself – meet our staff, explore our facilities, and see how we inspire every student to thrive.

Watch the video now and join us on the journey!
#OpenEvening #YourFutureStartsHere
Join us for our Open Evening at St John Plessington Catholic College! 
Discover what makes St John Plessington a vibrant, faith-filled community! Tour our state-of-the-art facilities, meet our dedicated staff, and see how we inspire every student to thrive.

Wednesday 10th September 2025
6.00pm

Bring your family and explore your future with us!
Today has been filled with smiles, tears of joy and a real sense of achievement as our Year 11 students received their GCSE results.

Their success is a true reflection of months of hard work, resilience and determination, supported by our wonderful staff and families. We are so proud of each and every one of them!

Congratulations to the Class of 2025!
Mya Dutton achieved a grade 9 in English language; grade 8s in chemistry, Mandarin and mathematics; grade 7s in biology, geography, physics and religious studies; and a grade 6 in English literature.

Mya will return to St John Plessington to study physics, maths and Mandarin.

She said: “I am so pleased with my results and look forward to coming back to St John Plessington in September.”
Olivia Wainright received a grade 9 in religious studies; a grade 8 in English language; grade 7s in English literature and history; a grade 6 in mathematics and Spanish; and a 7-6 in combined science. Olivia also achieved a Level 2 Distinction in PE.
Olivia is also staying at St John Plessington to study biology, PE and psychology.

She said: “I am so pleased with my results and look forward to coming back to St John Plessington in September.”
Beth Gladwin secured grade 9s in chemistry, geography and religious studies; grade 8s in English language, English literature, mathematics and physics; and grade 7s in biology and Spanish.

Beth is remaining at St John Plessington to study geography, psychology and maths.

She said: “I feel amazing with my results and am very proud of what I achieved. I look forward to continuing my studies at St John Plessington.”
Pietro Frigo received grade 9s in physics and religious studies; grade 8s in chemistry and mathematics; grade 7s in biology, geography and Portuguese; grade 6s in English language and English literature; and a grade 5 in computer science.

Pietro commented: “I am very proud of my results and what I achieved. Everyone should be proud of what they have achieved.”

WHAT IS MY CHILD UP TO IN SCHOOL?

LEARNING JOURNEY'S

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY...

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Bithia
Sixth Form

SJP has been a wonderful experience for me. It has been a second home really - a place in which I have felt safe and cherished and have been pushed to do my best and exceed my educational limits . The school has offered me a plethora of options for extra-curricular, be it JLT, the eco club (which i particularly loved all through my GCSE's) and volunteering at day to events which has helped to shape me into a more confident person with stronger skills. I've developed communication skills, time management and even a better sense of self respect and a greater respect for those around me. I have received numerous opportunities to grow which I am very thankful for, especially the exceptional careers advice I have been given for the last three years. This has really informed my future choices as I prepare to apply for university and has given me a better understanding of the professional world of work I am on the verge of joining. 

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Thinking About SJP for September 2026?

We’re excited to welcome a new cohort of families to our school community. If your child is currently in Year 5 and you're exploring options for their secondary education, discover what makes SJP a supportive, ambitious, and inspiring place to learn and grow. From our values-led ethos to our wide range of opportunities, everything you need to know about joining us in Year 7 is just a click away.

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