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08:51 AM - 13 Feb 2026

We are searching for a new Assistant Head to join us in September 2026. Please check out the vacancy section of our website for more details— StJohnsAberdare () Feb 13, 2026

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18:23 PM - 10 Feb 2026

Our spring concert is in full swing. Ella and Lilia opening with, ‘What is this feeling?’ From the musical Wicked, and Tom, performing a piece from Dear Even Hansen. An exceptional show of talent 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻— StJohnsAberdare () Feb 10, 2026

19:24 PM - 7 Feb 2026

A reminder that Monday 9th February 2026 is an INSET day, as published in the school calendar. As a result, school is closed to all pupils— StJohnsAberdare () Feb 7, 2026

20:25 PM - 8 Jan 2026

RT  : Congratulations to our students  and  who achieved impressive mathematics qualification out…— StJohnsAberdare () Jan 8, 2026

20:23 PM - 8 Jan 2026

Congratulations to our students and who achieved impressive mathematics qualification outcomes today. Your hard work has paid off! Thanks to our wonderful staff who have supported them so well. A great platform for future success this summer 🙌🏻— Marc Belli () January 8, 2026

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14:03 PM - 5 Jan 2026

Thank you to our site team and staff who have worked hard to clear snowfall from the main pathways around the school in preparation for pupils to return to school tomorrow.— StJohnsAberdare () Jan 5, 2026

17:56 PM - 3 Jan 2026

We look forward to welcoming our pupils and staff for the start of the spring term on Monday 5th January 2026. Remember to pack for Week 2— StJohnsAberdare () Jan 3, 2026

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15:58 PM - 19 Dec 2025

Wishing everyone a happy and restful Christmas break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Monday 5th January 2026 Video   — StJohnsAberdare () Dec 19, 2025

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15:02 PM - 19 Dec 2025

Congratulations to our ‘Golden Ticket’ Attendance winners. From more than 450 eligible pupils our lucky winners collected their golden tickets and £25 Amazon voucher. Truly deserved— StJohnsAberdare () Dec 19, 2025

13:58 PM - 19 Dec 2025

RT  : Christmas arrived  today! We are very blessed to have Bryn Sion Church supporting our families.  You have r…— StJohnsAberdare () Dec 19, 2025

Sixth Form Admissions

Around 100 places are offered to students in each year group within the the sixth form. Current students at school are given priority of admission, providing they meet entry requirements. However, each year we admit a number of students from other schools in the local and wider area who wish to attend our sixth form.

Students who apply for a place at Sixth Form do so knowing that the school aims to provide an education based on Christian principles and therefore governors expect all students to play an active role in our school ethos.

Admissions for September 2025
Year 11 students (existing and external) are invited to attend our Open Evening on Wednesday 19th November 2025. This will commence from 5.30pm until 7.30pm. There will be a presentation from the Head of Sixth Form and Executive Headteacher at 5.30pm, followed by an opportunity to visit subjects and speak to students/staff about the various courses on offer.

Application forms are available on the evening and via the website. To support with curriculum planning, please complete and return these by Monday 15th December 2025.

Entry Requirements/Pathways

ROUTE ONE

3 A Levels and AdvSBW

For students who expect to achieve 5 or more A*-C grades in full course GCSE subjects, which include at least 3 or more B grades. Courses equivalent to GCSE do not count.

ROUTE TWO

3 A Levels /BTECs and AdvSBW

For students who expect to achieve 5 or more A*-C grades in a mixture of GCSE subjects (and equivalent), who predominantly achieve C grades. This 'combination route' is strongly recommended for students who fall into this category.


Most A Level subjects have an entry requirement of at least a C grade at GCSE. However, there are additional entry criteria for certain subjects

  • for individual science A Levels, you must have achieved at least a B grade in Triple or Double GCSE science at Higher Tier, and, in addition, at least a B grade in mathematics at Higher Tier if you want to study physics;
  • for A Level mathematics, you must have achieved at least a C Grade in both GCSE mathematics and GCSE numeracy and at least one B grade in either subject at Higher Tier; and
  • for A Level English literature, you must have achieved at least a C Grade in both GCSE English language and GCSE English literature and at least one B grade in either subject.

Please be aware, the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales (AdvSBW) qualification is a compulsory element of both curriculum pathways.