St John's College, Cardiff

20/09/2026

Ahead of next Saturday's Open Doors event, here are ten short videos showing the developments at our main site over the past 30 years.

FROM COUNTRY HOUSE
TO CONVALESCENT HOME
TO SCHOOL

1885–1889 — Tŷ-to-Maen built for Richard Allen
1926 — Opened as the William Nicholls Convalescent Home
1987 — St John’s College founded
1995 — St John’s moves to Tŷ-to-Maen

Today: A Grade II* listed building at the heart of St John’s College.

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15/09/2026

🏛️ A house with a story

Did you know that the main building at St John’s College was originally a Victorian country house?

Built between 1885 and 1889, Tŷ-to-Maen was designed by Cardiff architect E. Bruce Vaughan for Richard Allen of Spillers.

Today, more than 130 years later, it is still at the heart of our school.

🔑 Discover its story at Cadw Open Doors.

📅 Saturday 26 September 2026

03/09/2026

✨ Welcome back to St John’s College! ✨

A very warm welcome to all our pupils, parents and staff as we begin a new Advent Term. It is wonderful to have our school community back together once again!

A special welcome goes to the newest members of our St John’s family, our new pupils, new members of staff, and, of course, our new Headmaster, Mr Ramsden. We are delighted to have you join us and look forward to all that the year ahead will bring.

Here’s to a happy, successful and inspiring Advent Term! ❤️

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01/08/2026

It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of our former Head of PE, Roger Goode.

Roger inspired generations of St John's College pupils through his passion for sport, his unwavering commitment to fair play, and his belief that character mattered just as much as achievement. As a teacher, coach and mentor, he left a lasting impression on so many who had the privilege of learning from him.

His legacy continues to live on through the annual Roger Goode Award, presented to pupils who best embody the values he championed: integrity, respect, true sportsmanship and generosity of spirit. It is a fitting tribute to a man whose influence extends far beyond the playing field.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Roger's family, friends and all those whose lives he touched. He will be remembered with great affection and gratitude by the entire St John's College community.

May he rest in peace.

Roger Goode dedicated decades to teaching and coaching rugby in Cardiff

25/03/2026

Pupils in have enjoyed exploring the Bayeaux Tapestry during their lesson today. They were lucky to find a long enough floor in the David Neville Hall!

12/03/2026

Join us on Friday, 20th March at 9.00am for our Open Morning. Learn more about our nurturing environment, excellent teaching and outstanding co-curricular opportunities. Reserve your place today by visiting the link in our bio. We look forward to welcoming you.

08/02/2026

Join us next week for our performances of Les Misérables, School Edition. The curtain rises on Tuesday 10th February at 7pm. Tickets are selling out fast - link in the bio.

24/01/2026

Tickets are still available. https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/St-Johns-College-Cardiff/e-yzmooq

27/11/2025

Thank you to for your amazing Christmas tree, which is ready for decorating tomorrow!

17/11/2025

We are so proud of Lucas Z and his superb achievements in chess. Congratulations, Lucas!

Bored during lockdown, Cardiff schoolboy Lucas Zheng started playing chess online for fun. He soon realised he had a hidden talent for the ultimate game of strategy.
It all began during lockdown, when Lucas' dad suggested to his son that if he was going to play on screens he could try chess.
Before long, it was more than just a fun hobby for him to help break the boredom of the pandemic. Now, he competes across the globe in international competitions. 👏