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11:43 AM - 6 May 2025

Congratulations to the Year 9 History group who have been shortlisted for a prize in the Welsh Heritage Schools Initiative.— StJohnsAberdare () May 6, 2025

15:01 PM - 11 Apr 2025

The School is now closed for the Easter holidays. We wish all pupils, staff and families a happy and holy Easter break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday 28th April 2025— StJohnsAberdare () April 11, 2025

19:46 PM - 3 Apr 2025

Monday 7th April 2025 is an INSET day. As a result, school will be closed to all pupils— StJohnsAberdare () April 3, 2025

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09:58 AM - 31 Jan 2025

Congratulations to our fantastic team who have progressed to the regional final of the ESU Public Speaking Competition. A particular well done to Luke ("Best Speaker") and Maya ("Best Questioner") pic.twitter.com/RLGXonvVhP— StJohnsAberdare () January 31, 2025

09:00 AM - 9 Jan 2025

Congratulations to the students and who have collected GCSE mathematics or numeracy results this morning. This gives students a strong platform to build upon and we are very proud of their achievements. Overall, a tremendous performance by…— Marc Belli () January 9, 2025

09:00 AM - 9 Jan 2025

Congratulations to the students and who have collected GCSE mathematics or numeracy results this morning. This gives students a strong platform to build upon and we are very proud of their achievements. Overall, a tremendous performance by…— Marc Belli () January 9, 2025

14:23 PM - 5 Jan 2025

After a restful Christmas break, we look forward to welcoming all pupils and staff back to school tomorrow for the start of the spring term. Remember to pack for week 2— StJohnsAberdare () January 5, 2025

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11:36 AM - 25 Dec 2024

We are proud supporters of ‘Company at Christmas’, which celebrates its 10th year of spreading joy and happiness to others. The selfless dedication and compassion of the volunteers helps make a difference to so many, who may otherwise feel alone 🙌🏻 https://t.co/0JHtfiC8EN— StJohnsAberdare () December 25, 2024

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16:52 PM - 19 Dec 2024

St John's closes for the Christmas recess and we look forward to welcoming pupils and staff on Monday 6th January 2025. Wishing everyone a very happy and holy Christmas pic.twitter.com/WNtjeHNe1n— StJohnsAberdare () December 19, 2024

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20:25 PM - 18 Dec 2024

Throughout this week, pupils and staff have been exploring the true meaning of Christmas with reading, music and prayer. Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Annual Carol Service this evening pic.twitter.com/qtvVjSRRjA— StJohnsAberdare () December 18, 2024

Sport and Extra-Curricular

At St John's we aim to provide a broad range of extra-curricular activities to help stimulate students' minds and support healthy lifestyles. 

Sport 
We strive to provide all members of the school with opportunities to participate, whether in the form of recreational clubs or competitive inter-school activities. There are a number of clubs available for students of all abilities co-ordinated by staff at both lunch time and after school. Many students have used these as a platform to compete against other schools and gain representative honours at both regional and national level. 

Educational Visits
Each year the school organises an expansive variety of educational visits and trips, which range from local day visits to residential visits abroad. Regardless of the distance travelled or duration spent, our primary aim is to provide students with opportunities beyond the classroom to develop their skills and broaden their knowledge of the world which they live in. Many departments also regularly organise subject specific visits, aimed at enhancing pupils' understanding of the topics being covered and the wider world of work. 

Creative and Expressive Arts
There are plenty of opportunities for students to develop their skills and talents in creative and expressive arts. The school choirs and orchestra are integral to the life of the school and there are numerous clubs and opportunities for students to illustrate their art work at various public events.

Duke of Edinburgh
At school, pupils have the opportunity to achieve the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, at various levels. A Duke of Edinburgh skills day celebrates the work of pupils and staff in the summer term of each year.

"The varied enrichment programme and extra-curricular activities provide valuable opportunities for pupils to enhance their physical and mental health" (Estyn)