St John's Catholic Comprehensive
URN: 118933 • Gravesend DA12 2JW
Overview
- Name
- St John's Catholic Comprehensive
- URN
- 118933
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Barron (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01474534718
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rochester Road, Gravesend DA12 2JW
Summary
St John's Catholic Comprehensive School, located in Gravesend, Kent, is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school with a current enrollment of 1,322 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,184. The school is committed to fostering a holistic educational experience rooted in Catholic values, aiming to develop each student’s potential while encouraging a sense of community and service to others.
The school’s ethos emphasizes excellence in academic achievement alongside personal development, ensuring that students are well-prepared for future challenges. St John's offers a diverse curriculum complemented by a wide range of extra-curricular activities, promoting engagement and personal growth outside the classroom. The school has received positive feedback from both Ofsted and Section 48 inspections, highlighting exemplary behaviour and strong pastoral care.
St John's actively encourages parental involvement and maintains open lines of communication through various events and newsletters. The school’s mission is to nurture individuals who contribute positively to society, reflecting its commitment to education within a supportive and faith-based environment. For more information, visit their website at www.stjohnscs.com.
The school’s ethos emphasizes excellence in academic achievement alongside personal development, ensuring that students are well-prepared for future challenges. St John's offers a diverse curriculum complemented by a wide range of extra-curricular activities, promoting engagement and personal growth outside the classroom. The school has received positive feedback from both Ofsted and Section 48 inspections, highlighting exemplary behaviour and strong pastoral care.
St John's actively encourages parental involvement and maintains open lines of communication through various events and newsletters. The school’s mission is to nurture individuals who contribute positively to society, reflecting its commitment to education within a supportive and faith-based environment. For more information, visit their website at www.stjohnscs.com.
Useful links
- 14/05/25‘Rewind’ Performing Arts Show at the Woodville on July 17th 7pmGet ready to be transported back through the decades to some of the most iconic songs from the 1960’s to the present day! St. John’s students from years 7 – 12 will b (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Open Morning Tours - Book Here (sen)
- School Prospectus (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- Dress Code Policy (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Gravesend Grammar School (77.7)
- Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend (76.5)
- Northfleet School for Girls (60.1)
- Thamesview School (56.1)
- Northfleet Technology College (55.6)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1322 | 665 | 657 | 1184 | 26.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1319 | 660 | 659 | 1184 | 25.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1264 | 656 | 608 | 1184 | 21.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1264 | 656 | 608 | 1184 | 21.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1237 | 630 | 607 | 1184 | 17.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1212 | 612 | 600 | 1184 | 15.40 |
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