St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School, Dartmouth

URN: 140761 • Dartmouth TQ6 9HW

Overview

Name
St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School, Dartmouth
URN
140761
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
PLYMOUTH CAST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Liz Hamilton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01803832495
Website
Visit
Address
Milton Lane, Dartmouth TQ6 9HW

Summary

St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School in Dartmouth is a small, mixed-gender academy with a current enrolment of 79 pupils, set within a capacity of 87. The school prides itself on fostering a caring Catholic community, welcoming both Catholic and non-Catholic families who are supportive of its ethos. The small class sizes enable a high level of individual support, contributing to a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially.

The curriculum at St John’s is designed to be skills-based and knowledge-rich, allowing students to explore subjects in depth. The school emphasizes the development of personal qualities alongside academic achievement, aiming to cultivate independent, curious learners who are prepared to make a positive impact in the world. Key focus areas include communication, creativity, and a strong foundation in core subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics.

St John’s is part of the Plymouth CAST Multi-Academy Trust, which enhances its ability to provide a secure and supportive educational environment. The school encourages parental involvement and invites families to visit and experience the community firsthand.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
PLYMOUTH CAST
Capacity
87
Pupils
79
Boys
44
Girls
35
FSM %
24.10
Open date
2014-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 79 44 35 87 24.10
2024-09-11 85 50 35 87 27.10
2023-09-11 82 47 35 87 17.10
2022-09-11 82 47 35 87 17.10
2021-09-11 82 47 35 87 15.90
2020-09-11 71 40 31 87 8.50

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