St Nicolas Church of England Primary School, Abingdon

URN: 123166 • Abingdon OX14 1HB

Overview

Name
St Nicolas Church of England Primary School, Abingdon
URN
123166
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
64.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Spooner (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01235520456
Website
Visit
Address
Boxhill Walk, Abingdon OX14 1HB

Summary

St Nicolas Church of England Primary School, located in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, is a voluntary controlled primary school catering to a mixed-gender population of 404 pupils, with a capacity of 436. The school operates on a two-form entry system and is committed to providing a broad and fulfilling curriculum that encourages independent learning. The ethos of St Nicolas is encapsulated in the ‘NICS’ acronym—Navigate, Inspire, Challenge, and Succeed—reflecting the school's dedication to supporting students through their educational journey.

The school aims to serve its local community, welcoming families of all faiths and backgrounds. St Nicolas promotes a values-based education rooted in Christian principles, ensuring that all children have equal access to opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. The school fosters strong relationships with parents and the wider community, encouraging collaboration to enhance the educational experience.

Headteacher Mr Andy Spooner emphasizes the importance of preparing students for their next steps in life, promoting a supportive and inclusive environment. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, and visits can be arranged to explore the facilities and ethos firsthand.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
436
Pupils
404
Boys
219
Girls
185
FSM %
15.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 404 219 185 436 15.10
2024-09-11 416 216 200 436 16.10
2023-09-11 420 217 203 436 14.80
2022-09-11 420 217 203 436 14.80
2021-09-11 415 215 200 436 12.50
2020-09-11 413 208 205 420 11.90

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