Adel St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School has a Church of England religious character, which contributes to the ethos and values of the school community.

The school educates mixed pupils aged 4 to 11. It currently has 202 pupils on roll with space for 210, offering a broad curriculum across all primary year groups.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 18 March 2025, rated the school Good. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.