Multilingual Pupils

At St. John’s we welcome children from all over the world into our school and we are proud to have a number of multilingual pupils.

Currently approximately 25% of our children are from overseas including China, the Middle East, Europe and America. 

Our linguistic and cultural diversity is of great importance. Whilst we have a successful track record of enabling overseas pupils to quickly become conversant in English, children are encouraged to use their full linguistic repertoire to help them to learn. All languages are welcome in our school. A key element for success is empowering children to value their own language and cultures, and those of their peers. Raising the profile of all languages has a positive impact on the sense of belonging and well-being for pupils. 

There is a whole school approach to settling in new students, with parents/carers and teaching staff working together to ensure cultural, linguistic and academic needs are met, and the positive contribution international children make to our local community is recognised and celebrated.

Recognising each child as a unique individual is part of what makes St. John’s such a special place. This diversity is celebrated throughout the school and children, parents and carers are encouraged to see multilingualism as a talent, with different cultural backgrounds playing an integral part in the community that enriches our vibrant school.

To arrange a visit or talk to us about how we can support your child, please contact the school via 0117 903 0251 or office@stjohnsprimary.org.uk