Longworth Primary School

URN: 123154 • Abingdon OX13 5EU

Overview

Name
Longworth Primary School
URN
123154
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Christian
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
67.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Neil Wilson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01865820364
Website
Visit
Address
School Close, Abingdon OX13 5EU

Summary

Longworth Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 79 pupils, with a capacity of 105. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing environment that encourages curiosity and supports both academic and social-emotional development. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, Longworth delivers a broad, topic-based curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students.

The school emphasizes a sequential, thematic approach to learning, ensuring that lessons are interconnected and build upon prior knowledge. This method fosters a love of learning and encourages intellectual curiosity among pupils. In addition to core subjects, students participate in a variety of creative activities, including themed weeks, art days, and outdoor learning experiences through forest schools.

Longworth Primary also offers wrap-around care with breakfast and afterschool clubs, as well as an on-site Pre-School for younger children. The school is committed to inclusivity and values respect, kindness, and perseverance, preparing students to become well-rounded members of society.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
79
Boys
37
Girls
42
FSM %
20.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2010-12-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 79 37 42 105 20.30
2024-09-11 73 35 38 105 21.90
2023-09-11 70 40 30 105 12.90
2022-09-11 70 40 30 105 12.90
2021-09-11 68 41 27 105 11.80
2020-09-11 70 40 30 105 14.30

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