St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford
URN: 115238 • Chelmsford CM1 4BS
Overview
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Thomas Coen (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01245256030
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Patching Hall Lane, Chelmsford CM1 4BS
Summary
St John Payne Catholic School, located in Chelmsford, Essex, is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school with a current enrolment of 1,210 students, slightly below its capacity of 1,220. The school is committed to fostering a strong sense of community and faith, guided by Gospel values. The Headteacher, Mr. T. Coen, emphasises the importance of nurturing students as individuals and supporting their spiritual, social, moral, and academic development.
The curriculum at St John Payne includes a wide range of subjects, from traditional academic disciplines to arts and technology, ensuring a well-rounded education for all students. The school also provides various extra-curricular activities, including sports, arts, and community service, promoting personal growth and engagement beyond the classroom.
St John Payne values the partnership between parents, students, and the local parish, recognising the vital role families play in education. The school encourages open communication and invites parents to be actively involved in their children's learning journey, contributing to a supportive and collaborative environment.
The curriculum at St John Payne includes a wide range of subjects, from traditional academic disciplines to arts and technology, ensuring a well-rounded education for all students. The school also provides various extra-curricular activities, including sports, arts, and community service, promoting personal growth and engagement beyond the classroom.
St John Payne values the partnership between parents, students, and the local parish, recognising the vital role families play in education. The school encourages open communication and invites parents to be actively involved in their children's learning journey, contributing to a supportive and collaborative environment.
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Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 1210 | 609 | 601 | 1220 | 17.20 |
2024-09-11 | 1178 | 592 | 586 | 1220 | 16.20 |
2023-09-11 | 1194 | 611 | 583 | 1220 | 15.40 |
2022-09-11 | 1194 | 611 | 583 | 1220 | 15.40 |
2021-09-11 | 1195 | 617 | 578 | 1220 | 11.80 |
2020-09-11 | 1138 | 572 | 566 | 1220 | 9.90 |
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