Description
St John's Priory School is Independent Primary school in Oxfordshire for kids aged 3 to 11 (Gender - Mixed )
Welcome to St John’s Priory School in Banbury, an independent day Prep School for boys and girls from 3 to 11 years. At St John’s Priory we offer a vibrant all round education; providing the best possible opportunities for our children to grow and fulfil their natural potential.The Family First approach ensures a nurturing environment and offers flexible before and after school provision. Our small class sizes enable the children to develop into adventurous, confident and engaging learners and our teachers, to tailor the curriculum to the individual needs of each child.Specialist teaching is an asset of the school enabling us to achieve academic excellence. Strong links with nearby independent school, Bloxham School afford us regular access to fantastic sporting facilities.
Facilities
Pre Prep
They aim to give our younger children an excellent start to their education and learning adventure. The Pre-Prep (3-7 year olds) comprises of Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 and has a strong sense of community which fosters a warm, family atmosphere, where everyone feels valued. Our friendly and flexible approach encourages children and parents to feel comfortable and able to talk to our team about anything at any time.The experienced Pre-Prep teachers deliver a curriculum which is broad, balanced and creative. It is adapted to suit individual children’s needs and interests so that they are confident, well prepared and highly motivated learners.
Prep School
The additional challenge and responsibility of prep school life successfully prepares our children for the transition to their chosen senior schools. Children at St John’s Priory are confident learners and we aim to encourage them to ask questions, take ownership of their learning and feel empowered to voice their opinions and ideas.From year 3, the preparation for senior school begins in earnest. Prep school pupils receive subject specialist teaching in English, Maths and Science, Sports, Arts and French and Spanish. Specialist teachers in subject areas tailor lessons to the individual needs of the children.
Features
Things to note
Learning Support
They believe that it is essential to recognise a child’s difficulties at this vital primary stage in their education, as once the correct support has been given, a child is more likely to learn strategies to help overcome these issues. Children can then go on to achieve their full academic potential.St John’s Priory School has a ‘whole school’ approach to identifying children who require additional help with their learning; whereby any concerns about a child’s progress are carefully monitored by the class teachers and Head of Learning Support.
Sport
Sport and PE provide our children with opportunities to develop a wide range of skills. Enjoyment and skills development are the core elements of every lesson. Strong links with our local senior independent school, Bloxham School, afford our pupils regular access to their extensive grounds and first class sporting facilities. Children in Years 3 – 6 enjoy two hours of weekly Games sessions; taking advantage of the school’s excellent facilities for traditional team games and other sports all year round. Our Pupils make full use of the sports hall, outdoor astroturf and extensive playing fields, which are used to host the annual SJP Prep Sports Day and other sports including: rugby, soccer, netball and hockey and, in the Summer, cricket, tennis, rounders and athletics.
Extra Curricular
Please check the school website link for details.
3.35 miles
