Church Cowley St James Church of England Primary School
URN: 123139 • Oxford OX4 3QH
Overview
- Name
- Church Cowley St James Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 123139
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stephen Dew (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01865778484
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bartholomew Road, Oxford OX4 3QH
Summary
      Church Cowley St James Church of England Primary School (CCSJ) is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Oxford, serving the community for over 170 years. With a capacity of 480 pupils, the school currently accommodates 469 children aged 3 to 11, including a 72-place nursery. CCSJ prides itself on its diverse and inclusive environment, welcoming students from various backgrounds and fostering a sense of community.
The school is committed to providing a nurturing educational experience, focusing on the holistic development of each child. CCSJ aims to cultivate successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens through a well-rounded curriculum that addresses the needs of all students. Strong communication between parents, teachers, and the wider community is emphasised as essential for student success.
Located in the vibrant Cowley area, CCSJ draws on its rich heritage and cultural diversity to enrich the learning experience. The school collaborates with local educational partners to enhance its offerings, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
      The school is committed to providing a nurturing educational experience, focusing on the holistic development of each child. CCSJ aims to cultivate successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens through a well-rounded curriculum that addresses the needs of all students. Strong communication between parents, teachers, and the wider community is emphasised as essential for student success.
Located in the vibrant Cowley area, CCSJ draws on its rich heritage and cultural diversity to enrich the learning experience. The school collaborates with local educational partners to enhance its offerings, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
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Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- 469
- Boys
- 242
- Girls
- 227
- FSM %
- 26.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 469 | 242 | 227 | 480 | 26.90 | 
| 2024-09-11 | 475 | 241 | 234 | 480 | 28.80 | 
| 2023-09-11 | 457 | 221 | 236 | 480 | 28.30 | 
| 2022-09-11 | 457 | 221 | 236 | 480 | 28.30 | 
| 2021-09-11 | 439 | 217 | 222 | 480 | 27.10 | 
| 2020-09-11 | 463 | 230 | 233 | 480 | 20.20 | 
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