St John’s students awarded top grades in unprecedented times
ST John’s College recorded another outstanding year of A-level results with 76% of students attaining A*/A grades and 95% of students attaining A*/B grades.
The independent co-educational day school in Old St Mellons has earned its good reputation both in Wales and amongst the top independent schools in England as a centre of academic excellence.
Even in these unprecedented times, it remains fully committed to its aim of providing the best possible education for girls and boys as they become young women and young men; embracing all that life has to offer with passion, commitment and integrity.
Headmaster Shaun Moody said: “Many congratulations to the class of 2020! You have shown such endeavour and fortitude in very difficult circumstances.”
The school’s strong, close-knit family community ensures that all pupils and students receive the care necessary to develop their full potential.
Indeed, Estyn inspectors observed that: “The school’s provision for care, support and guidance is of a high quality.
“This level of support makes an exceptional contribution to pupils’ high standards, wellbeing and attitudes to learning.”(Crown
St John’s College has a distinguished record of success with university admissions.
Specialist mentoring and one-toone guidance are offered so that students are fully supported with their subject choices, UCAS personal statements, university choices and ultimately career paths. The school has an outstanding reputation for gaining places at first class universities.
Sixth form students are encouraged to participate in a range of activities aimed at augmenting their educational experience.
There is ample opportunity to engage in public speaking and debating, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and a wide range of sports and volunteering. In the performing arts, students have the opportunity to become fully involved in the staging of senior dramatic productions, LAMDA and the college’s awardwinning concert orchestra.
They can also take an active role in the student council and sixth form prefect system, as well as mentoring younger pupils and becoming inspiring role models.
The sixth form centre is at Eastern Business Park and provides additional teaching space in a modern, professional environment.
The purpose-built classrooms, common room and study-resource area, with high-speed wi-fi, greatly enhances the sixth form experience; creating an environment that is conducive to learning while allowing students greater independence.
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