The John Roan School
URN: 147439 • London SE3 7QR
Overview
- Name
- The John Roan School
- URN
- 147439
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennie Sanderson (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02085167555
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Westcombe Park Road, London SE3 7QR
Summary
The John Roan School is a mixed secondary academy located in Greenwich, London, with a current enrolment of 1,156 pupils and a capacity of 1,400. The school is part of the United Learning group and is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. With a significant percentage of students (40.40%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its community.
The school’s ethos is centred around fostering excellence and personal growth, encouraging students to achieve their full potential academically and socially. The curriculum is designed to be broad and balanced, ensuring that all students have access to a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities. The John Roan School also prioritises support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), offering tailored provisions, including a designated special provision for students with autism.
In addition to academic success, the school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and eSafety, ensuring a secure environment for all students. The John Roan School has a rich history and is actively engaged with its community, aiming to prepare students not just for exams, but for life beyond school. For more information, visit their website at http://www.thejohnroanschool.org.uk.
The school’s ethos is centred around fostering excellence and personal growth, encouraging students to achieve their full potential academically and socially. The curriculum is designed to be broad and balanced, ensuring that all students have access to a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities. The John Roan School also prioritises support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), offering tailored provisions, including a designated special provision for students with autism.
In addition to academic success, the school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and eSafety, ensuring a secure environment for all students. The John Roan School has a rich history and is actively engaged with its community, aiming to prepare students not just for exams, but for life beyond school. For more information, visit their website at http://www.thejohnroanschool.org.uk.
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- Term Dates (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Graveney School (82.7)
- Kingsdale Foundation School (82.7)
- The London Oratory School (82.7)
- Alexandra Park School (82.1)
- Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School (81.8)
Key details
- LA
- Greenwich
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1400
- Pupils
- 1156
- Boys
- 664
- Girls
- 492
- FSM %
- 40.40
- Open date
- 2019-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1156 | 664 | 492 | 1400 | 40.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1142 | 660 | 482 | 1400 | 38.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1072 | 606 | 466 | 1400 | 31.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1072 | 606 | 466 | 1400 | 31.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1058 | 590 | 468 | 1400 | 29.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1115 | 611 | 504 | 1400 | 26.40 |
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