Best Post Primary School in NI - Celebrating the holistic commitment to academic and vocational excellence, student engagement, and school leadership which exists within SJBC. The judging panel commended the school for its strong leadership and visionary direction, high standards in teaching and learning across all subjects, excellence in pastoral care and student wellbeing initiatives, engagement with parents and the wider community and consistent academic results and student progression.

SJBC being awarded Best Post-Primary School in Northern Ireland is a truly outstanding achievement and a reflection of the school’s strong ethos, dedicated staff, and supportive community. With a wide variety of subjects on offer, engaging after-school activities, and exceptional pastoral care, SJBC ensures that every student has the opportunity to thrive both academically and personally. This success is been made possible through the continued support of our local community, generous sponsors, and our outstanding Board of Governors who consistently go above and beyond for the school. Most importantly, it is our fantastic students who make SJBC the vibrant and inspiring place it is today — their commitment, positivity, and hard work are at the heart of everything we do. The excellent academic results we achieve are simply a reflection of the opportunities, care, and high standards that define our school.