St Jude's Catholic Primary School

St Jude's Catholic Primary School, located in Fareham, Hampshire, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves the local parishes of Fareham, Portchester, and Stubbington. With a current enrolment of 221 pupils, the school aims to foster a love of God and learning, inspired by its patron, St Jude. The school’s mission focuses on nurturing students' spiritual, social, emotional, and academic needs, promoting values such as honesty, compassion, and respect.

The curriculum at St Jude’s is designed to be engaging and inclusive, providing a wide range of opportunities that cater to the diverse needs of all pupils. The school emphasizes the development of effective learning characteristics, including collaboration and resilience. Weekly attendance rates are high across all year groups, reflecting a supportive and positive learning environment.

St Jude’s prioritises the promotion of British values and encourages students to participate in school governance through initiatives like the Oscar Romero Rangers. Daily collective worship and regular religious education are integral to school life, reinforcing the Catholic ethos and community spirit that underpin the school's values.