Bledington Primary School

URN: 115505 • Chipping Norton OX7 6US

Overview

Name
Bledington Primary School
URN
115505
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jill Kewley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01608658388
Website
Visit
Address
Old Burford Road, Chipping Norton OX7 6US

Summary

Bledington Primary School is a mixed community school located in Chipping Norton, Gloucestershire, with a current enrolment of 78 pupils and a capacity for 103. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment, where the motto “Enjoy, Engage, Challenge” reflects its ethos of fostering academic, social, and emotional growth. With a dedicated staff and an active Governing Body, the school encourages high expectations and a strong sense of responsibility among its students.

The curriculum at Bledington Primary is designed to engage all pupils, with a focus on developing life skills and a respect for the environment. Facilities include bright classrooms, a library, and outdoor spaces such as a garden and sports field, which promote physical activity and outdoor learning. The school also features a dedicated Nurture room and modern teaching spaces for Early Years and Key Stage 1.

Community involvement is integral to the school’s approach, with opportunities for parents and pupils to participate in school activities through initiatives like the School Council and Eco Council. The Bledington School Association supports various events, fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration within the school.

Key details

LA
Gloucestershire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
103
Pupils
78
Boys
42
Girls
36
FSM %
6.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 78 42 36 103 6.40
2024-09-11 80 39 41 103 8.80
2023-09-11 73 31 42 103 6.80
2022-09-11 73 31 42 103 6.80
2021-09-11 70 33 37 103 8.60
2020-09-11 71 34 37 103 11.30

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