St John's College, Portsmouth

St John's College, a former independent school in Southsea, Hampshire, was founded in 1908 by the De La Salle brothers. Known for its strong academic performance, the college produced notable alumni, including Lord Chief Justice Lord Burnett and footballer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. The school faced challenges leading to its closure in July 2022, attributed to declining enrollment and the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The college's rich history includes significant contributions during both World Wars and a commitment to Catholic education, evolving from a boys' school to a fully coeducational institution by 1996.