Discover our intimate and nurturing private school in Leigh-on-Sea, offering exceptional education from nursery to primary.
Saint Pierre students are confident, happy and creative. Our unique nurturing environment combines with high academic expectations to mould students who are well rounded, inspired to learn and well prepared for the future.
Every morning the unique qualities of Saint Pierre School are reflected in the smiles of the children as they arrive. Ultimately, of course, that is what it is all about; if a child truly loves going to school then learning becomes exciting, effective and natural.
We are proud of our recent (2024) Full School Inspection Report which illustrates the high quality of the school. Some highlights include:
In March 2024 an "Independent Schools' Inspectorate" team carried out a full inspection at Saint Pierre. The resulting report is a powerful indicator of the excellence of all aspects of education at our school. The school passed the inspection with no follow up needed.
As Head of Saint Pierre School, I am privileged to lead a community that means a great deal to me.
A school is so much more than just a place to learn; it is a feeling, a family, and a place of comfort and safety which embraces you the moment you walk through the door.
Saint Pierre is a school you need to see and feel rather than just read about.
Mr. Peter Spencer-Lane
M.Ed. BSc. Cert Ed.
Saint Pierre School Head Boy voted the national prime minister of the Children’s Parliament
At Saint Pierre School we aim to develop the potential in every child by creating lives of significance. We value the uniqueness of every child and believe that children should be encouraged to grow in confidence and develop skills that will enable them to offer service to others.
Our ethos doesn’t start and stop with the children, we also partner parents to ensure that the whole family see significant change for the better.
Our “Door to Door” Minibus service is designed to assist busy families by offering a safe and reliable method of conveying pupils to school.
Saint Pierre is committed to reducing the hassle and environmental impact of journeys to and from the school. We have our own drivers, and fully licensed vehicles following a strict maintenance policy.
We keep our fees reasonable by prioritising what’s most important: a nurturing environment, committed teachers, small class sizes, and a challenging curriculum, we’re able to offer exceptional education at an affordable cost.
| Local School 1 * | Local School 2 * | Local School 3 * | Saint Pierre ** | Annual Saving ^ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reception | £3,505 | £3,370 | £3,450 | £2,799 | £3,346 |
| Year 1 | £4,536 | £3,950 | £4,032 | £3,003 | £2,823 |
| Year 2 | £4,536 | £3,950 | £4,032 | £3,003 | £2,823 |
| Year 3 | £4,536 | £4,440 | £4,354 | £3,219 | £3,868 |
| Year 4 | £5,488 | £4,440 | £4,354 | £3,219 | £3,868 |
| Year 5 | £5,488 | £4,950 | £4,837 | £3,219 | £4,539 |
| Year 6 | £5,488 | £4,950 | £4,837 | £3,219 | £4,539 |
| £24,855 | |||||
* Average term cost based on four schools all located within a 6 mile radius.
** Price shows tuition costs only, excludes lunch, snacks and swimming costs.
^ Average savings from Saint Pierre School based on 3 terms per year against other local schools.
As Head of Saint Pierre School, I am privileged to lead a community that means a great deal to me. A school is so much more than just a place to learn; it is a feeling, a family, and a place of comfort and safety which embraces you the moment you walk through the door. Our children are happy, and whilst I am very proud of how they excel in their learning, I am equally proud of their character and politeness; they are kind, compassionate, resilient and adventurous.
Saint Pierre is most well-known for exceptional 11+ results but our nurturing and safe environment resonates equally powerfully with those connected to the school. This isn’t something which happens by chance but the result of quite exceptional staff continually developing programmes to foster positive mental wellbeing and a lifelong love for learning, whilst encouraging each child to achieve their optimum goals.
I believe strongly in our school; in the advantage of small classes, in the importance of tradition, the value of manners, and the need for encouraging pupils to think creatively. My success criteria include the breadth of smiles on the faces of children arriving at school as much as they include examination results. Ultimately, our pupils should look back on their years at Saint Pierre with pride and positive memories.
Saint Pierre is a school you need to see and feel rather than just read about. I would encourage you to visit us, so you can see first-hand just how happy our children are, and what a unique and wonderful school Saint Pierre is. We look forward to welcoming you.
Peter Spencer-Lane M.A. B.Sc. Cert. Ed.
Headmaster
