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PORTHCAWL
A St John's pupil equals a happy child
"The happiness and well-being of every child in our care is our priority," says the Head of St John's School, Mrs Carol Clint. Vale Life spoke further with Mrs Clint about the benefits that St John's School provides its pupils.
Describe a day at St John's
A full day package is offered which includes our own daily transport, preschool and after-school care, extracurricular activities and a holiday club. Within the school day the curriculum is broad and is enhanced by many different activities and a variety of sporting and cultural experiences.
Every school has a mission statement. What is St John's?
Our mission is to provide an environment that is secure, friendly and supportive where pupils are motivated to take advantage of every opportunity to learn and develop.
What does the curriculum offer?
The curriculum on offer is broad-based and balanced, incorporating academic subjects, art, music, games and PE. Small classes permit a high level of individual attention and support which, combined with close monitoring of progress, often provide pupils with outstanding GCSE results. Pupils are encouraged to take part in many aspects of school life and everyone gets the opportunity to compete in sport representing the school, and to perform in language, musical and dramatic events. Other opportunities include academic challenges and competitions, team-building workshops, the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award and organising and taking part in fund-raising activities.
What makes the children happy?
Parents often comment on how good it is to see older pupils talking to and encouraging the younger ones and the 'St John's family' is an important part of how the school operates. Each child is known to all the teachers and there is no concern that a child will not get enough attention either in or out of the classroom.
What about children with special needs?
St John's acts as an outpost for Dyslexia Action. Teachers are trained to maintain 'dyslexia friendly' classrooms and we regularly achieve good results for all pupils, including dyslexic children.
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