Headteacher's welcome

A very warm welcome to Saint Joan of Arc Catholic School, an 11-18 school and sixth form college in
the Diocese of Westminster. Our school was founded by the Daughters of Jesus who chose St Joan of
Arc as a patron saint. It is a privilege for me to be the custodian of this community and help lead it
forward into the next stages of its development. St Joan’s virtues of faith, perseverance and integrity
stand as examples for us all.

At St Joan of Arc, faith, academic ambition and exceptional pastoral care shape the lives of our
young people. Inspired by the courage, integrity, and faith of our patron, we encourage every
student to discover their unique gifts and step boldly into the world.

Our Catholic ethos is at the heart of everything we do. We are a Christ-centred community who
promote respect, strive for justice and celebrate our diversity. Committed to living out our mission:
Love Christ, Inspire Others, we believe that every child is uniquely made in the image of God. Staff
work tirelessly to ensure young people feel valued, safe, and supported throughout their journey
with us, both at school and in our sixth form college.

Whilst academic excellence for all is vital to our approach, we judge our success by more than just
examination results. We cultivate character, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning, striving to
ensure that our students leave us not just having made excellent progress, but as compassionate,
principled, confident young adults ready to make a positive impact on the world.

Whether you are a prospective parent, a new student, or a visitor, I hope our website gives you a
sense of the vibrancy, warmth, and high expectations that define St Joan of Arc.

Ms S Whyte

Headteacher