St John's School
Essex, East of England · CM12 0AR
A small independent school in Essex, St John's takes children from age two right through to 16, with a main intake point at 11. With around 280 pupils on roll, it offers an intimate setting where pupils are likely to be well known to staff. The school is non-denominational and does not board. Its most recent ISI inspection rated it 'sound', with personal development judged 'good' and all compliance standards met.
280
Pupils
sound
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-16
- Pupils
- 280
- Location
- Essex, East of England
- Website
- www.stjohnsschool.net
- Telephone
- 01277 623 070
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Andreas Angeli
Latest results
Attainment 8
45.4
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
42%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Pupils follow a GCSE curriculum, with the school's average Attainment 8 score of 45.4 sitting a little below the national average of 46.9. The proportion securing grade 5 or above in English and Maths stands at 42%, against a national figure of 47%. These results place St John's modestly below national benchmarks, suggesting a school where individual attention may matter more to families than headline league-table standing.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- sound
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 30 April 2024
The last word
A small, all-through independent for families who value a close-knit environment over headline results.
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St John's School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is St John's School located?
St John's School is located at 47-49 Stock Road, Billericay, CM12 0AR.
What type of school is St John's School?
St John's School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend St John's School?
St John's School has approximately 280 pupils on roll.
What is St John's School's inspection rating?
St John's School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "sound" at its inspection on 30 April 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.