The Ridgeway Church of England (C) Primary School
URN: 123151 • Wantage OX12 9UL
Overview
- Name
- The Ridgeway Church of England (C) Primary School
- URN
- 123151
- 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
- 58.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Felicity Blockley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01235751254
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- West Street, Wantage OX12 9UL
Summary
The Ridgeway Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Wantage, Oxfordshire. With a current enrolment of 89 pupils and a capacity of 98, the school fosters a mixed-gender environment that encourages inclusivity and community engagement. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive atmosphere, where children can thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at Ridgeway is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, integrating core subjects with a focus on personal development and spiritual growth, reflecting its Church of England ethos. The school aims to instil values such as respect, kindness, and resilience, preparing pupils for future challenges.
Ridgeway also prioritises support for families, with a notable percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (9.10%). This highlights the school's commitment to ensuring that all children have access to quality education and resources. The school actively engages with the local community, fostering strong relationships that enhance the educational experience for all students. For more information, visit their website at https://ridgewayprimary.co.uk.
The curriculum at Ridgeway is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, integrating core subjects with a focus on personal development and spiritual growth, reflecting its Church of England ethos. The school aims to instil values such as respect, kindness, and resilience, preparing pupils for future challenges.
Ridgeway also prioritises support for families, with a notable percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (9.10%). This highlights the school's commitment to ensuring that all children have access to quality education and resources. The school actively engages with the local community, fostering strong relationships that enhance the educational experience for all students. For more information, visit their website at https://ridgewayprimary.co.uk.
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Nearby alternatives
- Charlton Primary School (67.2)
- Wantage Primary Academy (65.1)
- Stockham Primary School (64.4)
- Millbrook Primary School (63.3)
- Wantage Church of England Primary School (60.8)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 98
- Pupils
- 89
- Boys
- 51
- Girls
- 38
- FSM %
- 9.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 89 | 51 | 38 | 98 | 9.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 92 | 48 | 44 | 98 | 6.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 94 | 45 | 49 | 98 | 8.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 94 | 45 | 49 | 98 | 8.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 94 | 44 | 50 | 98 | 3.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 85 | 42 | 43 | 105 | 2.40 |
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