The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 89% capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2019).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 68.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
68.1
24.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
98%
55.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
40%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.24
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
4% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 3–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 497
- Capacity
- 89%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Enfield
- Head
- Mrs C Tardios (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Additional inspection
August 2018 | Inspection
Additional inspection
August 2017 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Inadequate
February 2017 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Outstanding
July 2012 | Inspection
Monitoring inspection
April 2010 | Inspection
Light touch inspection
March 2009 | Inspection
Standard inspection
July 2006 | Inspection
Location
The Ridgeway, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 5QT
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmElysium Healthcare Potters Bar Clinic School
Independent · 1.3km away
Hadley Wood Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
Stormont School
Independent · 1.9km away
Ladbrooke Junior Mixed and Infant School
Primary · 1.9km away
Little Heath Primary School
Primary · 2.6km away
Fenton Grange School
Independent · 2.6km away
Chase House School
Independent · 2.6km away
The Orchard School
Independent · 2.6km away
Questions parents ask
Is St John's Preparatory and Senior School a selective school?
Yes. St John's Preparatory and Senior School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is St John's Preparatory and Senior School's Ofsted rating?
St John's Preparatory and Senior School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2019. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend St John's Preparatory and Senior School?
St John's Preparatory and Senior School currently has 497 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does St John's Preparatory and Senior School take?
St John's Preparatory and Senior School caters for pupils aged 3 to 19.
Where is St John's Preparatory and Senior School?
St John's Preparatory and Senior School is in Potters Bar, EN6 5QT, in the Enfield local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does St John's Preparatory and Senior School have a sixth form?
Yes, St John's Preparatory and Senior School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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