St John Roman Catholic Primary School
79%
Capacity
165
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About St John Roman Catholic Primary School
St John Roman Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the North Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 165 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St John Roman Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Thomas Timson, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5013th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 38 in North Hertfordshire.
St John Roman Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 11 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
St John Roman Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John Roman Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Hertfordshire, St John Roman Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Providence Way, Baldock, North Hertfordshire, SG7 6TT |
| Headteacher | Thomas Timson |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 165 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.3% |
| School Capacity | 165 / 210 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 21 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5013th of 13,686
Nationally
516th of 1,612
In East of England
16th of 38
In North Hertfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
52
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Providence Way, Baldock
North Hertfordshire, SG7 6TT
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