St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy
URN: 138514 • Derby DE24 0PA
Overview
- Name
- St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy
- URN
- 138514
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Graham Lobb (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01332572154
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Alvaston Street, Derby DE24 0PA
Summary
St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, located in Alvaston, Derby, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 183 pupils, against a capacity of 230. The school is part of the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust and is committed to providing a nurturing environment rooted in Catholic values. The mission of the school emphasizes community growth, prayer, and learning, guided by the teachings of Jesus.
The academy prioritises a safe and supportive atmosphere where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their best. High standards of behaviour are maintained, and the curriculum is designed to challenge and motivate students while celebrating their individual successes. The school also places a strong emphasis on safeguarding, ensuring that all children are protected and can flourish regardless of their background.
St John Fisher Academy welcomes new admissions and has spaces available in some year groups. For parents interested in enrolling their child, further information can be obtained by contacting the school directly.
The academy prioritises a safe and supportive atmosphere where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their best. High standards of behaviour are maintained, and the curriculum is designed to challenge and motivate students while celebrating their individual successes. The school also places a strong emphasis on safeguarding, ensuring that all children are protected and can flourish regardless of their background.
St John Fisher Academy welcomes new admissions and has spaces available in some year groups. For parents interested in enrolling their child, further information can be obtained by contacting the school directly.
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Nearby alternatives
- Griffe Field Primary School (78.6)
- Lawn Primary School (77.6)
- Griffe Field Primary School (77.4)
- Homefields Primary School (77.3)
- Lawn Primary School (77.0)
Key details
- LA
- Derby
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 230
- Pupils
- 183
- Boys
- 96
- Girls
- 87
- FSM %
- 18.60
- Open date
- 2012-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 183 | 96 | 87 | 230 | 18.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 195 | 104 | 91 | 230 | 19.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 200 | 99 | 101 | 230 | 20.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 200 | 99 | 101 | 230 | 20.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 223 | 107 | 116 | 230 | 22.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 230 | 107 | 123 | 230 | 16.50 |
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