St John's Catholic Primary School, Banbury

URN: 123181 • Banbury OX16 9YA

Overview

Name
St John's Catholic Primary School, Banbury
URN
123181
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
38.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Krystyna Bickley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Avocet Way, Banbury OX16 9YA

Summary

St John's Catholic Primary School in Banbury is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender enrollment of 206 pupils, set within a capacity of 315. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment, guided by its ethos of love, respect, and compassion, as encapsulated in its motto, "Love one another as I have loved you." This principle informs all aspects of school life, encouraging students to achieve their maximum potential academically, socially, and spiritually.

The curriculum at St John's is designed to develop inquisitive minds and lifelong learners, with a strong emphasis on the integration of Gospel values across all subjects. The school aims to cultivate high self-esteem and respect for oneself and others, preparing students for the rapidly changing world. Additionally, the school community actively involves parents and local parish members in the educational journey, ensuring a collaborative approach to student development.

St John's also prioritizes the well-being of its students, staff, and families, fostering a sense of belonging and care within the school community. Regular updates on curriculum and key documents are available on the school's website, providing transparency and support for parents in their children's education.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
206
Boys
113
Girls
93
FSM %
7.80
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2020-08-31
Last Ofsted
2019-09-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 206 113 93 315 7.80
2024-09-11 206 113 93 315 7.80
2023-09-11 206 113 93 315 7.80
2022-09-11 206 113 93 315 7.80
2021-09-11 206 113 93 315 7.80
2020-09-11 206 113 93 315 7.80

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