A Christian School

Christian SchoolFounded in 1908, the School has, throughout its history, sought to witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Families have always looked to us to nurture their children in the Christian Faith and we see this as an important part of our mission.

St John's College is part of the world wide Lasallian community of schools established by the De La Salle Brothers, with a network of schools in over 80 countries. Lasallian schools are ecumenical; we are inclusive and celebrate diversity. Being Lasallian is about living and teaching the Gospel, honouring the individual and building a community. We aim to follow the vision of John Baptist De La Salle in both our academic and our pastoral care.

Assemblies are held at various levels within the school, and regular acts of collective worship are among the principal means of enabling and encouraging practice and development in these areas. They also provide an important means of promoting spiritual ‘literacy’ and moral awareness in pupils and staff alike.

Mission Statement

St John’s College exists to affirm Lasallian values, fostering and celebrating the gifts and talents of every individual and preparing them to make a positive contribution to our community and the wider global society.

Frequency of collective worship
Daily
  • Each form group meets each morning for  a time of reflection and/or prayers, guided by resources provided by the College Chaplain. 
  • The boarding houses gather each evening for prayers.
Weekly
  • Teaching staff gather for prayers at 08.30am each Monday.
  • The whole school gathers for assembly at 8.50am on Mondays.
  • All pupils gather in tutor groups at 8.50am on Tuesdays.
  • House meetings are held at 8.55am on Wednesdays after registration.
  • Years 8, 9 and 10 meet in tutor groups at 8.50am on Thursdays, and Years 7, 11 and Sixth Form have year group assemblies. Years 8, 9 and 10 have year group assemblies at 8.50am on Fridays and Years 7, 11 and Sixth Form meet in tutor groups.
  • Members of the boarding community attend worship services each Sunday or on Thursday evening.
Termly
  • Each term begins for staff with a service conducted in the course of the Staff Development Day.
  • The whole school gathers to celebrate at the beginning and end of each term.
Annually
  • The whole school gathers for annual Lenten and Carol Services as well as the Act of Remembrance in November and our Founders Day in May.