St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary

URN: 140146 • Kidsgrove ST7 1EL

Overview

Name
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary
URN
140146
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE NEWMAN CATHOLIC COLLEGIATE
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
73.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Rigby (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01782367267
Website
Visit
Address
Gloucester Road, Kidsgrove ST7 1EL

Summary

St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary is a mixed academy located in Kidsgrove, Staffordshire, with a current enrolment of 189 pupils and a capacity of 240. As a Catholic school, it places Jesus Christ at the centre of its educational ethos, integrating faith into all aspects of school life. The curriculum includes a strong emphasis on Religious Education (RE), following the "Living and Growing as the People of God" scheme, and incorporates teachings from the Old and New Testaments, alongside a focus on respect for other religions and cultures.

The school actively engages with the local parish community, with pupils participating in Mass and special liturgies throughout the year. The Parish Priest, Fr Julian Green, collaborates with the school to prepare students for important sacraments, fostering a strong connection between the school and the church. Additionally, the school prioritises personal development through its PHSE programmes, ensuring that pupils are well-rounded individuals.

St John the Evangelist is part of the Newman Catholic Collegiate, a partnership of nine Catholic academies, which aims to provide outstanding Catholic education while respecting the unique character of each academy. The school's mission is to support families and encourage students to achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE NEWMAN CATHOLIC COLLEGIATE
Capacity
240
Pupils
189
Boys
75
Girls
114
FSM %
31.70
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-05-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 189 75 114 240 31.70
2024-09-11 199 82 117 240 34.20
2023-09-11 171 68 103 240 30.40
2022-09-11 171 68 103 240 30.40
2021-09-11 159 82 77 240 30.20
2020-09-11 169 88 81 240 19.50

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