St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy

St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy is a mixed primary school located in Alvaston, Derbyshire, serving the local community. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it is part of the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust. Catering to children aged 4-11, the school has a capacity for 230 students, though currently, it enrolls 183 pupils. The school is situated in an urban setting and reflects a Roman Catholic ethos, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds. The school operates under the motto ‘Growing as a community, guided by Jesus,’ emphasizing its commitment to providing a nurturing educational environment grounded in faith. The catchment area includes the Parish of English Martyrs in Alvaston and Chellaston, but it opens its doors to families from various faiths who appreciate a Christian education.