St John Fisher Catholic College

URN: 140802 • Newcastle Under Lyme ST5 2SJ

Overview

Name
St John Fisher Catholic College
URN
140802
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC COLLEGIATE
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
48.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Garrett Murray (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01782307551
Website
Visit
Address
Ashfields New Road, Newcastle Under Lyme ST5 2SJ

Summary

St John Fisher Catholic College is a mixed secondary academy located in Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire, with a current enrolment of 1,091 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 981. The college is committed to fostering an inclusive Catholic community, aiming to educate and inspire students through a holistic approach that addresses their spiritual, physical, emotional, and academic development.

The curriculum at St John Fisher is designed to engage students and meet their individual needs, encouraging them to reach their full potential. The school places a strong emphasis on academic excellence while also offering a wide range of extracurricular activities, including drama, music, sports, and various clubs, to support the diverse interests of its learners.

Additionally, the college prioritises the wellbeing of its students, implementing initiatives to enhance mental health and promote social justice. Through its pastoral system and community engagement, St John Fisher Catholic College strives to develop confident young adults who contribute positively to both their local community and the wider world.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC COLLEGIATE
Capacity
981
Pupils
1091
Boys
560
Girls
531
FSM %
21.00
Open date
2014-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1091 560 531 981 21.00
2024-09-11 1094 552 542 981 20.00
2023-09-11 1133 583 550 981 17.00
2022-09-11 1133 583 550 981 17.00
2021-09-11 1093 550 543 981 15.90
2020-09-11 1050 529 521 981 11.30

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