A sense of belonging, infinite opportunities and unlimited possibilities is what it feels like to be a child at St Peter’s Junior School.
We are an award-winning IAPS and HMC Pre-prep school and nursery for girls and boys aged 2-11, offering a warm welcome into the St Peter's School, York, family.
We are proud to be fun, proud to be different, and proud to put the children at the centre of everything we do. Our dynamic and innovative approach, stimulating learning environment, inspirational teaching staff, and outstanding pastoral care have been recognised nationally, with many state and independent schools visiting to learn more.
We teach the ‘whole child’ through a thematic approach, ensuring they have a genuine thirst and love of learning. We are welcoming and inspiring, creative and forward-thinking, providing an outstanding learning environment and endless opportunities for adventure and discovery. As children move into Years 5 and 6 they will begin to access more specialist teaching. Subjects which benefit from specialised teaching and subjects such as science, art, DT, music and drama will be taught in fully equipped areas. This means that pupils gain some experience of moving around the school on a timetable, just like they will at the Senior School.
We aim to nurture happy, curious, motivated, bold and adventurous children, unafraid to embrace life and seek new adventures. Children who leave St Peter's Junior School are rounded individuals with varied interests and passions who are well prepared for an exciting future on the next stage of their educational journey at St Peter’s Senior School.
St Peter's 2-8 showcases everything an independent pre-prep school should offer: an outstanding innovative and broad curriculum, which encourages curiosity in an ever-changing world.
Something enormously exciting is happening here - we can completely understand why St Peter's 2-8 has a national reputation...These happy, very engaged, active children are extremely fortunate to start their school life here.
My children love going to school and are absolutely thriving. They are incredibly lucky.
My daughter loves coming to school... She feels included and I feel there’s a caring community willing to help our children learn and thrive.
All staff that I come across are motivated and enthusiastic... Teachers inspire children and it feels like an exciting and thriving place.
The school is fully connected, communication is outstanding, and children are put first. It is clear to me that the teachers do an incredible job and put in a great deal of effort behind the scenes to make things great.
The pastoral care is outstanding. There is nothing more we would ask for or want in this regard. The school has got to know our son very well in a short space of time.
Pastoral care in the Junior School
Pastoral care takes many forms, whether it is a teacher knowing a pupil on a one-to-one basis, support from mentors and tutors, chaplaincy, medical care, mental health and wellbeing or even the practical aspects like food, uniform and the routine of a school week.
For more details on our pastoral provision across the school, click HERE.
Co-Curricular in the Junior School
We combine inspiring teaching with a rich co-curricular programme to give every pupil outstanding opportunities in music, sport, the arts, and beyond. From Year 1 onwards, children can enjoy a wide range of after-school clubs and activities, including football, dance, Lexia, and many more, ensuring a well-rounded and engaging educational experience. Reception are also offered swimming lessons for no extra cost on a Saturday morning.
For more details on our co-curricular options, click HERE.
Visit us
If you would like to visit St Peter's you can be assured of a warm welcome. Join us for our Open Events to explore our facilities, meet our friendly staff and experience the school's unique atmosphere.
We would be delighted to show you around our School to give you the opportunity to see for yourself how we provide the best possible start to your child’s education. You can also explore our school using our 360 Virtual Tour from the comfort of your own home.