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Welcome to

St John Plessington
Catholic College

​​​​​​​At St John Plessington Catholic College our motto is excellence in all we do. Our mission is to be a Catholic College where every individual is highly valued and where care and concern for others are central to our work. All our pupils are supported to achieve their potential and become active agents of change in the world.

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To build an inclusive Catholic community founded on the Gospel Values

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CATHOLIC LIFE

WHY CHOOSE US?

CATHOLIC LIFE

St John Plessington Catholic College welcomes all families who support our values. Our school is rooted in Catholic values which permeate all aspects of work and relationships. Our Chapel is at the heart of the school, placing Christ at the centre of everything that we do. St John Plessington Catholic College is a community of service guiding young people on a path to opportunity, aspiration and reward, founded on Catholic values.

A SENSE OF BELONGING

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A SENSE OF BELONGING

At St John Plessington, we believe that a true sense of belonging is the foundation for success. Every student is valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. We foster a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone feels respected, safe, and empowered to contribute. Our shared values and strong relationships create an environment where students grow in confidence, develop lasting friendships, and take pride in being part of the SJP community.

 EXTRA CURRICULAR

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EXTRA CURRICULAR

We encourage all our students to enrich their learning with extra-curricular activities. We currently offer: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Bible Club, Boxing, Breakfast Club, Chess Club, Choir, Debate Team, Duke of Edinburgh, Fitness, Football, Homework Club, House Drama, Judo, Maths Club, Music Lessons, Netball, Rugby, Sixth Form Study, Spoken Word, STEM Group (Science), Table Tennis and Trampoline.

LITERACY

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LITERACY

St John Plessington Catholic College, Literacy is at the heart of everything we do. We therefore offer students a wide range of stimulating ways to develop their ability to speak, read and write effectively. From a well-stocked Library to a range of high-quality interventions and our very own School Poet, we strive to help our students to gain Literacy skills that will enable them to thrive throughout their lives.

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Well done to the year 9 rugby team Runners up in the Wirral cup this evening losing out to a very strong Woodchurch team
We are so proud of them 👏👏👏
Art Club was buzzing with creativity tonight – from crafting clay biscuits to taking part in a fun photography scavenger hunt! A wonderful way to round off a Monday #ArtClub #CreativityMatters
Well done to Eva in year 7 

Eva fought in the WKO British championship at Barnsley Metrodome 

She had a straight final and won 🥇
The latest SJP Newsletter is out now!

Catch up on the biggest highlights from this edition:
- Daniel’s winning artwork unveiled at Liverpool ONE
- Edward’s incredible achievement 
- Pupils rewarded with an Alton Towers trip for top attendance
- Year 11 footballers triumph in the National Cup
- Sixth Form fundraising reaches nearly £5,000 for Claire House

 Don’t miss it – download Edition 2 here: https://stjohnplessington.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Newsletter-Issue-2.pdf

#Compassion #Respect #Determination #Justice
Our GCSE Art students have been busy lino printing their own Adinkra symbols, each chosen for its personal meaning. We can’t wait to see how they develop their collaged homework and personal responses. Exciting times ahead in the Art Department with these talented young artists! 🎨

#StudentCreativity #GCSEArt #AdinkraSymbols

WHAT IS MY CHILD UP TO IN SCHOOL?

LEARNING JOURNEY'S

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY...

Malavika
Year 7

 Joining St John Plessington in Year 7 felt like becoming part of a caring family where everyone supports each other to grow and succeed together.

Jody
Year 8

At SJP, the teachers really believe in me and always encourage me to do my best, making sure I have the support I need to succeed.



Piotr
Year 9

At SJP, the wide range of clubs, activities, and experiences help me discover new talents and grow in confidence every day.

Ryan
Year 10

At SJP, the expressive arts curriculum lets me explore my creativity and express myself in ways that inspire, challenge me, and deepen my understanding of our Catholic faith every day."

Adonia
Year 11

At SJP, the teachers really listen to me and believe in my abilities, giving me the encouragement and support I need to reach my full potential.



Liz
Sixth Form

At SJP, the challenging and exciting lessons push me to work hard and think deeply, helping me aim for the very best in my learning every day.

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Thinking About SJP for September 2026?

We’re excited to welcome a new cohort of families to our school community. If your child is currently in Year 5 and you're exploring options for their secondary education, discover what makes SJP a supportive, ambitious, and inspiring place to learn and grow. From our values-led ethos to our wide range of opportunities, everything you need to know about joining us in Year 7 is just a click away.

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