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Join us for Open Evening

Wednesday 9th
September 2026 | 6pm

​​​​​​​Headteacher talks: 6.00pm, 6.45pm & 7.30pm. We invite parents and prospective pupils to tour our College, meet key members of staff and existing pupils.

Open Evening
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To build an inclusive Catholic community founded on the Gospel Values

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CATHOLIC LIFE

WHY CHOOSE US?

CATHOLIC LIFE

St John Plessington Catholic College welcomes all families who support our values. Our school is rooted in Catholic values which permeate all aspects of work and relationships. Our Chapel is at the heart of the school, placing Christ at the centre of everything that we do. St John Plessington Catholic College is a community of service guiding young people on a path to opportunity, aspiration and reward, founded on Catholic values.

A SENSE OF BELONGING

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A SENSE OF BELONGING

At St John Plessington, we believe that a true sense of belonging is the foundation for success. Every student is valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. We foster a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone feels respected, safe, and empowered to contribute. Our shared values and strong relationships create an environment where students grow in confidence, develop lasting friendships, and take pride in being part of the SJP community.

 EXTRA CURRICULAR

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EXTRA CURRICULAR

We encourage all our students to enrich their learning with extra-curricular activities. We currently offer: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Bible Club, Boxing, Breakfast Club, Chess Club, Choir, Debate Team, Duke of Edinburgh, Fitness, Football, Homework Club, House Drama, Judo, Maths Club, Music Lessons, Netball, Rugby, Sixth Form Study, Spoken Word, STEM Group (Science), Table Tennis and Trampoline.

LITERACY

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LITERACY

St John Plessington Catholic College, Literacy is at the heart of everything we do. We therefore offer students a wide range of stimulating ways to develop their ability to speak, read and write effectively. From a well-stocked Library to a range of high-quality interventions and our very own School Poet, we strive to help our students to gain Literacy skills that will enable them to thrive throughout their lives.

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WHAT A FIRST DAY!Summer School 2026 is officially under way, and what a brilliant start it has been!
Today, our pupils took to the court for tennis, put their problem-solving skills to the test in coding, got creative painting pebbles and became scientists for the day with a colourful chromatography experiment.There were plenty of smiles, new friendships and fantastic experiences throughout the day.We cannot wait to welcome everyone back tomorrow for even more Summer School fun!📸 Today’s photos will follow shortly.
Good luck to all our Year 11 students receiving their GCSE results this Thursday!We are incredibly proud of the hard work, determination and resilience you have shown. We look forward to celebrating your achievements and supporting you as you take your next steps.GCSE results collection
Thursday 20 August
09:00–10:30Good luck, everyone!
SJP is more than a classroom.Pupils have opportunities to perform, compete, lead, create, travel, explore and discover what excites them.Open Evening
Wednesday 9 September 2026, 6.00pm
There will also be opportunities to ask questions and speak directly with our team about the things that matter most to your family.Discover more and plan your visit:
https://stjohnplessington.com/join-us-in-2027-2/
Choosing a secondary school is about more than looking around a building.It is about the feeling you get when you walk through the doors, the pupils you meet, the staff you speak to and the atmosphere you experience.At SJP, pupils join a community built on faith, ambition, care and opportunity.Join us at our Open Evening to explore the school, meet our staff, learn more about our curriculum and discover what life at SJP could offer your child.Open Evening
Wednesday 9 September 2026, 6.00pm
There will also be opportunities to ask questions and speak directly with our team about the things that matter most to your family.Discover more and plan your visit:
https://stjohnplessington.com/join-us-in-2027-2/

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY...

Malavika
Year 7

 Joining St John Plessington in Year 7 felt like becoming part of a caring family where everyone supports each other to grow and succeed together.

Jody
Year 8

At SJP, the teachers really believe in me and always encourage me to do my best, making sure I have the support I need to succeed.



Piotr
Year 9

At SJP, the wide range of clubs, activities, and experiences help me discover new talents and grow in confidence every day.

Ryan
Year 10

At SJP, the expressive arts curriculum lets me explore my creativity and express myself in ways that inspire, challenge me, and deepen my understanding of our Catholic faith every day."

Adonia
Year 11

At SJP, the teachers really listen to me and believe in my abilities, giving me the encouragement and support I need to reach my full potential.



Liz
Sixth Form

At SJP, the challenging and exciting lessons push me to work hard and think deeply, helping me aim for the very best in my learning every day.