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St John's believes its priority is to provide a catholic education for the
children of the local community which will ensure that they realise their
true potential in terms of academic, human and religious development

Provide a broad and balanced curriculum which is appropriate to the needs of each
pupil at every stage of his/her development

Enhance the spiritual, moral, cultural, intellectual and physical development of the
pupils so that they will be responsible members of society

Prepare children for second level education

Help the children learn respect for themselves, for one another and for those of
other faiths and traditions

Develop in the children personal qualities of self confidence, independence, self
discipline and acceptable behaviour

Provide the children with a variety of experiences and opportunities to make the
most of their potential

Enable children to appreciate, to look after and to enjoy the very special
environment in which they live

Promote close links with the home and the wider community

Promote an ethos throughout the school which reflects the teaching and values of
the Church