The short version
Below-average GCSE results.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 17.7 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Christian school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
17.7
26.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
17% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 2–19
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Christian
Numbers
- Pupils
- 200
- Capacity
- 73%
Governance
- Local authority
- Devon
- Head
- Mr Bryan Kane (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Broadway, Devon, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 8RG
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
How many pupils attend St John's School?
St John's School currently has 200 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does St John's School take?
St John's School caters for pupils aged 2 to 19.
Where is St John's School?
St John's School is in Sidmouth, EX10 8RG, in the Devon local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does St John's School have a sixth form?
Yes, St John's School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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