St John's CofE Primary School

URN: 144999 • Kidderminster DY11 6AP

Overview

Name
St John's CofE Primary School
URN
144999
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE SPIRE CHURCH OF ENGLAND LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Suzanne Finlay (since 2025)
Telephone
01562745558
Website
Visit
Address
Blakebrook, Kidderminster DY11 6AP

Summary

St John's CofE Primary School, located in Kidderminster, Worcestershire, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 255 pupils, out of a capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and morally. Rooted in Christian values, the school promotes love, friendship, truthfulness, and forgiveness, aiming to shape the lives and futures of its students.

The curriculum at St John's is designed to engage and inspire pupils, encouraging a lifelong love of learning. The school emphasizes the development of independence, resilience, and self-belief, ensuring that students are motivated to achieve their full potential. Spirituality is also a key focus, helping children to explore their beliefs and find their place in the world.

Collaboration between parents, the school, and the local community is central to St John's ethos. The governing body, led by Chair Dan McEvilly and Headteacher Suzanne Finlay, plays a vital role in guiding the school's strategic direction and ensuring high standards of achievement and attainment for all pupils.

Key details

LA
Worcestershire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE SPIRE CHURCH OF ENGLAND LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
255
Boys
138
Girls
117
FSM %
34.50
Open date
2018-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Worcestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 255 138 117 420 34.50
2024-09-11 271 141 130 420 34.70
2023-09-11 334 183 151 420 34.10
2022-09-11 334 183 151 420 34.10
2021-09-11 347 190 157 420 32.60
2020-09-11 347 187 160 420 29.40

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