St Francis Xavier School is a coeducational 11–16 secondary academy and joint Roman Catholic and Church of England school whose mission is rooted in the Gospel values of “Love of God and Love of Neighbour.” Its Latin motto, “Gratia perficit naturam” (“grace perfects nature”), reflects a strong Christian ethos that emphasises compassion, courage, service and stewardship, alongside high academic expectations. The school’s most recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024 judged the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management all to be Outstanding. As part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, it offers a calm, purposeful environment with results consistently well above national averages, making it an attractive setting for staff who value both pastoral care and academic excellence.