City Junior School
We are an independent co-educational school for children aged 7-11 located in Gray's Inn.
A very warm welcome to City Junior School. Thank you for visiting our website and taking the time to learn more about our vibrant and ambitious school. We hope it gives you a flavour of the friendly, purposeful spirit we value.
At City Junior School, curiosity is celebrated, kindness expected, and learning joyful. Nestled in the historic heart of London, we offer a nurturing education that challenges and inspires in a calm yet connected setting. Here, children feel empowered and motivated – a place to discover themselves and pursue their passions.
Our pupils enjoy close links with our senior schools, City of London School for Girls and City of London School. These relationships, along with our place in the wider City schools and the City of London Corporation, open up exciting opportunities. From shared facilities and specialist teaching to joint projects, our pupils are part of a dynamic educational network.
We make the most of our location in Gray’s Inn, with its green spaces and peaceful courtyards, while also drawing on the cultural and academic richness that our wonderful city has to offer. Excellent transport links help us welcome families and staff from across London, enriching the diversity and inclusivity of our school.
Our values - community, joy and scholarship – shape every aspect of school life. We believe academic success and personal development go hand in hand, with a curriculum that encourages deep thinking, collaboration and risk-taking. We also place a strong emphasis on wellbeing, creating a safe and happy space where children feel known, understood and respected.
City Junior School is down to earth. We take learning seriously, while recognising the importance of laughter, friendship and play. Our pupils leave ready for the next stage of their education and equipped with the confidence, compassion and curiosity to shape the world.
I look forward to welcoming you to City Junior School very soon.
Matthew Foster
Head
About our school
At City Junior School we believe that children should be well supported to learn to the very best of their ability, whilst at the same time being given the freedom to fully enjoy their childhood.
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Learning
We place kindness and compassion at the heart of what we teach and offer a modern, forward-thinking and academically rigorous education which enables children to be creative, collaborative and independent thinkers.
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Wellbeing
Children leave the junior school ready to thrive at our senior schools, equipped with skills, experiences and friendships that will help them flourish throughout their lives.
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Admissions
City Junior School is a unique place to learn, and we are delighted that you are considering joining us. We aim to make the admissions process as seamless and transparent as possible. This section of our website reflects the most up-to-date information and dates for entry in the coming academic year.
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National Poetry Day 2026 with Neal Zetter
National Poetry Day came to life at school as author and poet Neal Zetter inspired pupils through engaging workshops, performances and collaborative poetry writing.
National Poetry Day came to life at school as author and poet Neal Zetter inspired pupils through engaging workshops, performances and collaborative poetry writing.
Year 3 Trip to The Hive
Year 3 stepped back in time for an exciting Stone Age Survival Day at The Hive, where hands-on learning brought prehistory to life.
Year 3 stepped back in time for an exciting Stone Age Survival Day at The Hive, where hands-on learning brought prehistory to life.
