St James Church School

About St James Church School

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Nigel Johnson

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 82 responses • 16.8% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

85.4% positive 12.2% negative

My child feels safe at this school

86.6% positive 13.4% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

72% positive 24.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

82.9% positive 14.7% negative

My child does well at this school

84.2% positive 15.9% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 82 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

22.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

22.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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David T

Parent Nov 1, 2022

3.0

"Mixed Feelings about the School"

We've had a bit of a mixed experience with St James Church School. While the staff are friendly and the facilities are good, we feel that the school could improve in terms of communication and parent involvement.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional School with Amazing Values"

We've been so impressed with St James Church School. The staff are kind, supportive, and truly care about the children's well-being. Our child has flourished in the nurturing environment and is excelling academically.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Oliver J

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic School with Great Facilities"

My child loves going to school and is thoroughly enjoying the curriculum. The facilities are excellent, and the teachers are always available to provide extra support. We're so grateful to have found such a wonderful school.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah B

Parent Mar 20, 2022

5.0

"Lovely School with a Strong Sense of Community"

We were so sad to leave St James Church School when our child moved up to high school. The school has a wonderful sense of community, and the staff are truly dedicated to providing the best possible education. We have many fond memories of our time there.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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