St John Vianney Primary School
ADMISSIONS
Ofsted, February 2024 Outcome
"Pupils receive an exceptional education at this school."
Click HERE to view the full Ofsted Report (Feb 2024)
Prospective Parents
To arrange a tour of the school, please call 0208 889 8421 or email admin@st-johnvianney.haringey.sch.uk
We look forward to showing you our wonderful school!
Click here to read the Application & Policy Pack 2025-26.
Some important 'myths' to bust:
- You do NOT need to be Catholic to apply to our school - we welcome children and families of any faith or of no faith
- You do NOT need a "Priest's reference" (even if you are a baptised Catholic)
- Distance ONLY applies if we are oversubscribed
WHY ST. JOHN VIANNEY?
We know only too well that choosing a Primary School is an important decision. It is where children learn 'what school is.' It is where they learn to socialise, adapt to routine, to meet new expectations and it is, most importantly, where they learn how school can help them be the best they can be.
We know, too, that parents have a choice, which is a wonderful thing. Here at St. John Vianney, we believe we have created a calm, nurturing and academic environment where any child can thrive; be safe, be happy, achieve. We know that you will value those attributes and we hope that you will consider this school as the springboard to your child's school life!
Whether you ask our staff, parents or (most importantly) our children, you will find a warm recommendation. As one pupil put it in our recent survey: "School is the key to life. I love my school..."
Things people say about our school
In the course of a school year, many people visit and have their say about what they see at SJV. It is often the litmus test of how well we are doing. Here’s a small selection…
Ofsted (2024):
“Pupils receive an exceptional education at this school. Respect is a core value at the school. Behaviour is exemplary and pupils are highly motivated to learn. Pupils follow a strikingly ambitious and rich curriculum. Teachers have strong subject expertise and pupils excel as a result of high-quality teaching. Leaders ensure that all pupils are known, nurtured and flourish.”
The Diocese of Westminster Standards Review:
“The achievement of the school is little short of spectacular. In short, the school is a thriving and high-achieving learning community which is strong in all areas, though Mathematics stands out even in this superlative milieu.”
Haringey School Improvement Partner:
“The tour of the school was delightful. Staff were welcoming, and the children were invariably positively engaged and responded politely and confidently to questions. It is evident that much pride is taken in the school by the school community – this extends to the buildings and the displays which are uplifting.”
A Visiting School Governor:
“I spent a long time visiting Early Years, talking about their planning and teaching. It was so lovely, I didn’t want to leave!”
A Teacher (moving on):
“SJV is a very special place…”
A Pupil:
“School is the key to life. I Love my school!”
Parents:
"We are profoundly grateful for everything you have done for us and our children. The impact of St John Vianney’s nurturing environment is evident in the remarkable young adults they have become."
"My heart is full of gratitude...It has been a remarkable journey being a part of this wonderful community."
Our Results
KS2 SATs results are once again absolutely outstanding! SJV has consistently exceeded local and national averages over the last 5 years and this year is no different. We are 16% above national average in the combined Reading, Writing and Maths at the ‘Expected Standard’ and our results at the ‘Higher Standard’ are also exemplary!
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ADMISSIONS APPLICATION PACK & POLICIES
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Reception Class Applications Our Admissions Privacy Notice is available here Click below to view the school’s Admissions Application Pack and Policy for children starting in September 2025: Application & Policy Pack 2025-26
*********************************************** Previous Years: Application & Policy Pack 2024-25 Application & Policy Pack 2023-24 Application & Policy Pack 2022-23 Application Pack & Policy 2021-22
St John Vianney Primary School - Consultation on Proposed Admission Arrangements for 2026/2027 Please see below our proposed admission arrangements for the 2026/2027 academic year.
The school is proposing the following changes to its admission arrangements:
Letter from Chair of Governors Proposed Policy and Application Pack
We are seeking feedback on the following change: - the addition of a new provision, (iii), on page 3 of the policy, as below:
· Within each of the categories listed above, the provision below will be applied ONLY when an oversubscription criterion is oversubscribed:
(iii) Children whose parent or carer is a member of staff who has been continuously employed at the school for two or more years at the time of application for a school place and will continue to be employed at the school at the point of admission or the member of staff is recruited to fill a vacant post for which there is a demonstrable skill shortage.
If you have any comments on the proposed arrangements, then please send them to: Mrs Greta Alfonso, School Business Manager, St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Stanley Road, Tottenham, London, N15 3HD
Or by email to: admin@st-johnvianney.haringey.sch.uk (for the attention of Mrs Greta Alfonso)
Please respond by: Friday, 15th November 2024
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In-Year Applications An application can be made for a place for a child at any time outside the admission round and the child will be admitted where there are available places. An application should be made to the school by completing the in-year admissions application form and returning it to the school office at St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Stanley Road, Tottenham, London N15 3HD. A link to the In-Year Application Pack, including the application form, can be found below: In-Year Application Pack 2024-25 Where there are places available but more applications than places, the published oversubscription criteria, as set out in the admission arrangements for 2023/2024, will be applied (available on the link above). Parents are advised to read the admission arrangements carefully before making their application. If there are no places available, the child will be added to the waiting list. Please see the admission arrangements for more details. You will be advised of the outcome of your application in writing as soon as possible. Applicants must be informed of the outcome of their application within 15 school days of receipt, but the aim is to notify applicants of the outcome of their application within 10 school days of receipt. You have the right to appeal to an independent appeal panel if your application is unsuccessful. If you have any questions in relation to in-year admissions please contact the school office via email at admin@st-johnvianney.haringey.sch.uk
You may also wish to discuss in-year applications with the local authority. Details are available via the website link below: Appeals Process:
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St John Vianney Primary School
ADMISSIONS
Ofsted, February 2024 Outcome
"Pupils receive an exceptional education at this school."
Click HERE to view the full Ofsted Report (Feb 2024)
Prospective Parents
To arrange a tour of the school, please call 0208 889 8421 or email admin@st-johnvianney.haringey.sch.uk
We look forward to showing you our wonderful school!
Click here to read the Application & Policy Pack 2025-26.
Some important 'myths' to bust:
- You do NOT need to be Catholic to apply to our school - we welcome children and families of any faith or of no faith
- You do NOT need a "Priest's reference" (even if you are a baptised Catholic)
- Distance ONLY applies if we are oversubscribed
WHY ST. JOHN VIANNEY?
We know only too well that choosing a Primary School is an important decision. It is where children learn 'what school is.' It is where they learn to socialise, adapt to routine, to meet new expectations and it is, most importantly, where they learn how school can help them be the best they can be.
We know, too, that parents have a choice, which is a wonderful thing. Here at St. John Vianney, we believe we have created a calm, nurturing and academic environment where any child can thrive; be safe, be happy, achieve. We know that you will value those attributes and we hope that you will consider this school as the springboard to your child's school life!
Whether you ask our staff, parents or (most importantly) our children, you will find a warm recommendation. As one pupil put it in our recent survey: "School is the key to life. I love my school..."
Things people say about our school
In the course of a school year, many people visit and have their say about what they see at SJV. It is often the litmus test of how well we are doing. Here’s a small selection…
Ofsted (2024):
“Pupils receive an exceptional education at this school. Respect is a core value at the school. Behaviour is exemplary and pupils are highly motivated to learn. Pupils follow a strikingly ambitious and rich curriculum. Teachers have strong subject expertise and pupils excel as a result of high-quality teaching. Leaders ensure that all pupils are known, nurtured and flourish.”
The Diocese of Westminster Standards Review:
“The achievement of the school is little short of spectacular. In short, the school is a thriving and high-achieving learning community which is strong in all areas, though Mathematics stands out even in this superlative milieu.”
Haringey School Improvement Partner:
“The tour of the school was delightful. Staff were welcoming, and the children were invariably positively engaged and responded politely and confidently to questions. It is evident that much pride is taken in the school by the school community – this extends to the buildings and the displays which are uplifting.”
A Visiting School Governor:
“I spent a long time visiting Early Years, talking about their planning and teaching. It was so lovely, I didn’t want to leave!”
A Teacher (moving on):
“SJV is a very special place…”
A Pupil:
“School is the key to life. I Love my school!”
Parents:
"We are profoundly grateful for everything you have done for us and our children. The impact of St John Vianney’s nurturing environment is evident in the remarkable young adults they have become."
"My heart is full of gratitude...It has been a remarkable journey being a part of this wonderful community."
Our Results
KS2 SATs results are once again absolutely outstanding! SJV has consistently exceeded local and national averages over the last 5 years and this year is no different. We are 16% above national average in the combined Reading, Writing and Maths at the ‘Expected Standard’ and our results at the ‘Higher Standard’ are also exemplary!
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ADMISSIONS APPLICATION PACK & POLICIES
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Reception Class Applications Our Admissions Privacy Notice is available here Click below to view the school’s Admissions Application Pack and Policy for children starting in September 2025: Application & Policy Pack 2025-26
*********************************************** Previous Years: Application & Policy Pack 2024-25 Application & Policy Pack 2023-24 Application & Policy Pack 2022-23 Application Pack & Policy 2021-22
St John Vianney Primary School - Consultation on Proposed Admission Arrangements for 2026/2027 Please see below our proposed admission arrangements for the 2026/2027 academic year.
The school is proposing the following changes to its admission arrangements:
Letter from Chair of Governors Proposed Policy and Application Pack
We are seeking feedback on the following change: - the addition of a new provision, (iii), on page 3 of the policy, as below:
· Within each of the categories listed above, the provision below will be applied ONLY when an oversubscription criterion is oversubscribed:
(iii) Children whose parent or carer is a member of staff who has been continuously employed at the school for two or more years at the time of application for a school place and will continue to be employed at the school at the point of admission or the member of staff is recruited to fill a vacant post for which there is a demonstrable skill shortage.
If you have any comments on the proposed arrangements, then please send them to: Mrs Greta Alfonso, School Business Manager, St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Stanley Road, Tottenham, London, N15 3HD
Or by email to: admin@st-johnvianney.haringey.sch.uk (for the attention of Mrs Greta Alfonso)
Please respond by: Friday, 15th November 2024
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In-Year Applications An application can be made for a place for a child at any time outside the admission round and the child will be admitted where there are available places. An application should be made to the school by completing the in-year admissions application form and returning it to the school office at St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Stanley Road, Tottenham, London N15 3HD. A link to the In-Year Application Pack, including the application form, can be found below: In-Year Application Pack 2024-25 Where there are places available but more applications than places, the published oversubscription criteria, as set out in the admission arrangements for 2023/2024, will be applied (available on the link above). Parents are advised to read the admission arrangements carefully before making their application. If there are no places available, the child will be added to the waiting list. Please see the admission arrangements for more details. You will be advised of the outcome of your application in writing as soon as possible. Applicants must be informed of the outcome of their application within 15 school days of receipt, but the aim is to notify applicants of the outcome of their application within 10 school days of receipt. You have the right to appeal to an independent appeal panel if your application is unsuccessful. If you have any questions in relation to in-year admissions please contact the school office via email at admin@st-johnvianney.haringey.sch.uk
You may also wish to discuss in-year applications with the local authority. Details are available via the website link below: Appeals Process:
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