Executive Headteacher's Welcome
May I take this opportunity to welcome you to our community and to thank you for choosing The Federation of St Elphege's RC Infant and Junior Schools.
We are an expanding school of approximately 750 pupils and provide education for children from the age of three to eleven. The school opened in 1969 and recently celebrated it's 50th anniversary. It is a successful and inclusive school.
At the heart of our school life and curriculum is our Mission Statement. It colours all our aims and is reflected in the day-to-day running of our school.
The staff and the Chairman of Governors, Mr Tom Tamplin and the governing body of the school look forward to meeting you. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us.
Martin Jones
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Latest News
Sutton Music Festival 2025 - OUSTANDING PERFORMANCE
The Junior Choir took part in the Sutton Music Festival on Friday (21st Nov). Unfortunately, the other choir we were competing against withdrew, so we were the only ones in our class. However, we needed 85 marks to win the shield and we were awarded 92-OUTSTANDING. The children sang and behaved really well and we are all very proud of them-their feedback was brilliant. We were also lucky enough to have a workshop after our class with the adjudicator which the children really enjoyed and we got some great ideas of things that we can use moving forward. Well done everyone!
Perfect Score Earns String Group New Award
St Elphege's String Group made a stunning debut at the Coulsdon and Purley Music Festival, earning a perfect score and praise from the adjudicator. Their exceptional performance inspired the creation of a new honour—the Stellar Achievement Award—which they will be the first to receive.
Top 200 Schools in England
St Elphege's Junior School Multiplication Check - Top 200 Schools in England!
Our Mission Statement
'With God all things are possible.'
With the help of God’s love, St Elphege’s RC Infant and Junior Schools will seek to develop the whole child. Each child is uniquely created and precious to God and it is our mission, guided by the Holy Spirit, to nurture each child’s spiritual, moral and academic growth.
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History of St Elphege
St. Elphege was born around 953 in England and entered monastic life as a young man, eventually becoming abbot of Bath and later Bishop of Winchester. Known for his piety, charity, and leadership, he was appointed Archbishop of Canterbury in 1006. At a time when England was under threat from Viking invasions, Elphege remained with his people, offering them spiritual and material support. In 1011, Viking raiders captured him during their attack on Canterbury. Though held for ransom, Elphege refused to allow his people to pay a large sum for his freedom, unwilling to burden them further. As a result, he was brutally martyred in 1012—stoned to death by his captors. His courage, selflessness, and fidelity to his flock made him one of England’s most revered early saints.
