Charity and Community

At St John’s, we believe it’s important for our pupils to develop an understanding of the world around them and to recognise the value of helping others. Through a wide range of charitable and community-focused activities, we aim to instil compassion, empathy, and a strong sense of social responsibility.

Supporting Charities

Each year, St John’s selects a charity of the year to support through fundraising and awareness initiatives. Over the years, we’ve raised significant funds for both international and UK-based causes, including:

  • Great Ormond Street Hospital – £24,000
  • NSPCC – £17,000
  • Whizz-Kidz – £15,900
  • National Deaf Children’s Society – £18,300
  • Barnardo’s – £13,000
  • PHAB – £11,000
  • Magic Breakfast – £11,000
  • International charities such as WaterAid, World Vision, Red Cross, and Build a School

Fundraising Events

We host a variety of events across the school year to raise both money and awareness:

  • Annual Charity Day
  • Macmillan Coffee Morning (organised by the St John’s Association)
  • Comic Relief – a favourite among pupils, complete with fancy dress and red noses
  • Christmas Jumper Day – raising funds for charities like Macmillan, Make-A-Wish, and Save the Children

St John’s in the Community

We are proud of our role in the wider community and regularly connect with local organisations:

  • Armistice Day: Every year, we support the Royal British Legion, with senior boys laying a wreath at the Northwood Cenotaph.
  • Sunshine House RNIB School: St John’s enjoys a long-standing partnership with this Northwood school for blind and partially sighted children with additional learning needs.
  • Erskine Hall Care Home: Each Autumn, our Senior Choir, Brass Group and Wind Ensemble visit the home to perform for the residents and share tea and conversation. It’s a cherished tradition that marks the beginning of the festive season.
  • Northwood Hill Residents’ Association: We value our connection to the local community. Last year, pupils worked with the Residents’ Association to plant pots for a vibrant public display at Northwood Hills Tube Station.
Pupils are particularly sensitive of the need to respect the cultural identity, feelings and beliefs of everyone in the community. ISI Inspection Report