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
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.
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.
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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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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