St John Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Danbury 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 219 pupils on roll with space for 230, offering a broad curriculum across all primary year groups.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 19 September 2023, rated the school Outstanding. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.