Welcome from the Headteacher

A very warm welcome to St John Bosco Arts College’s website. Our college is an exciting, vibrant and dynamic girls’ Catholic comprehensive school which has a very distinctive Salesian ethos grounded in support, care and a warm friendly atmosphere.

We believe in developing a rounded individual so that students are prepared for life academically, spiritually, morally and socially. In our school community we seek to nurture the gifts, dreams and talents of all in the spirit of St John Bosco.

The college is at the cutting edge of teaching and learning and thrives on providing the best opportunities to the young people that it serves and is one of only 835 schools in England granted teaching school status. The state of the art building and facilities help to make our students feel calm and safe.

All of our staff go the extra mile to ensure that our young people succeed in developing the necessary skills and knowledge to prepare for the next stage in their educational journey and able to compete in an ever increasing globalised market. St John Bosco Arts College is a happy school where students are keen to learn, are respectful and are supported by a strong pastoral team.

Inspired by the example of St John Bosco, the purpose of our College is to react to the needs of each individual student, touching their hearts and developing their talents and creative skills.

Our College is dedicated to serving the young people and families of our community through faith, hard work and dedication. I am very proud and privileged to be the headteacher of such a fantastic school and look forward to seeing you when you visit.

Mr D Gidman
Headteacher

 

The Wonder of National Poetry Day 2026

National Poetry Day was celebrated in school on Thursday 1st October. The 2026 theme is 'Wonder'. Check out one of this year's Wonder poems here; Who’s The Boss? by Chris Redmond | Hot Poets Ignite Students could add their favourite poems to the 'Poet-Tree' in the library and there was pop-up poetry posted around the school on the day as well as a display in the library. Students could add their

The Wonder of National Poetry Day 2026
We’ve been named finalists at Educate Awards 2026

We’re pleased to announce that St John Bosco Arts College has been shortlisted for the Most Impactful Communications Award, sponsored by CPMM Media Group, at this year’s Educate Awards. Announced on Wednesday, 16 September, our inclusion in this year’s shortlist marks the second consecutive year of being named finalists in the category, which recognises schools and colleges that have demonstrated

We’ve been named finalists at Educate Awards 2026
I've got a Golden Ticket!

Every year, on the 13 th September, Roald Dahl’s birthday is celebrated through Roald Dahl Day. Roald Dahl published 17 children’s books, 2 rhyme books, plus 2 autobiographies, 2 adult books, 51 adult short stories and more. To celebrate Roald Dahl Story Day in school, exclusive limited-edition bookmarks where available for students in the library as well as ‘Golden Tickets’ hidden around

I've got a Golden Ticket!
GCSE Results Day 2026

St John Bosco Arts College, is celebrating with its Year 11 students who collected their GCSE results today [Thursday, 20 August], marking the end of five years of academic progress and personal development. There was a true sense of joy and accomplishment in the room as students opened their GCSE results envelope to discover the outcome of the dedication and commitment to their studies,

GCSE Results Day 2026
Celebrating students’ A-level and BTEC results!

Students at St John Bosco Arts College Sixth Form attended school today [Thursday, 13 August] to celebrate the culmination of their A-level and BTEC studies as they collected their results. The sixth form’s students have made exceptional progress, both academically and personally, which is testament to the dedication and commitment they have demonstrated towards their two years of study, as well

Celebrating students’ A-level and BTEC results!

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