St John's Preparatory and Senior School

URN: 102065 • Potters Bar EN6 5QT

Overview

Name
St John's Preparatory and Senior School
URN
102065
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
75.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
C Tardios (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01707657294
Website
Visit
Address
, Potters Bar EN6 5QT

Summary

St John's Preparatory and Senior School is an independent mixed-gender school located in Potters Bar, Enfield, with a current enrolment of 497 pupils and a capacity of 558. The school prides itself on academic excellence, consistently achieving high results, including a 100% GCSE pass rate and an 85% entry rate for A-Level students into Russell Group universities. The curriculum is designed to support the holistic development of students, focusing not only on academic achievement but also on social competence, environmental awareness, and personal growth.

The school is situated on a 28-acre green belt campus, promoting a safe and inspiring environment for learning. St John's emphasizes the importance of community and values, encouraging students to develop empathy and a strong moral framework based on Christian principles. The school’s ethos fosters a supportive atmosphere where pupils are encouraged to strive for personal excellence while considering the needs of those around them.

In addition to academics, St John's offers a broad range of extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, to ensure a well-rounded education. The school community is committed to nurturing lifelong learners who are prepared to engage as responsible global citizens.

Key details

LA
Enfield
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
558
Pupils
497
Boys
303
Girls
194
FSM %
Open date
1988-12-12
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-03-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 497 303 194 558
2024-09-11 486 316 170 558
2023-09-11 432 273 159 558 0.00
2022-09-11 432 273 159 558 0.00
2021-09-11 423 269 154 558 0.00
2020-09-11 452 295 157 558 0.00

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