Bishop Loveday Church of England Primary School
URN: 123182 • Banbury OX15 4BN
Overview
- Name
- Bishop Loveday Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 123182
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 57.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jane Ridley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- White Post Road, Banbury OX15 4BN
Summary
Bishop Loveday Church of England Primary School is a voluntary-aided primary school located in Banbury, Oxfordshire, with a current enrolment of 402 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school emphasizes a strong sense of community and personal growth, aiming to instill confidence, resilience, and a sense of self-worth in all students. Rooted in Christian values, the school promotes kindness, honesty, and courage, encouraging pupils to contribute positively to their community.
The curriculum at Bishop Loveday adheres to the National Curriculum and is designed to be engaging and challenging. History is taught through interactive methods, including school trips and themed days, to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of the subject. The school also prioritizes vocabulary development across subjects, ensuring that students can express their knowledge effectively.
As part of The Warriner Multi-Academy Trust, Bishop Loveday ensures a seamless transition for pupils moving to secondary education at The Warriner School. The school's close ties with the local church, St John the Baptist, further enrich the educational experience, providing a supportive environment for both academic and personal development.
The curriculum at Bishop Loveday adheres to the National Curriculum and is designed to be engaging and challenging. History is taught through interactive methods, including school trips and themed days, to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of the subject. The school also prioritizes vocabulary development across subjects, ensuring that students can express their knowledge effectively.
As part of The Warriner Multi-Academy Trust, Bishop Loveday ensures a seamless transition for pupils moving to secondary education at The Warriner School. The school's close ties with the local church, St John the Baptist, further enrich the educational experience, providing a supportive environment for both academic and personal development.
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Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 402
- Boys
- 200
- Girls
- 200
- FSM %
- 3.50
- Open date
- Close date
- 2017-05-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2016-01-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 402 | 200 | 200 | 420 | 3.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 402 | 200 | 200 | 420 | 3.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 402 | 200 | 200 | 420 | 3.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 402 | 200 | 200 | 420 | 3.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 402 | 200 | 200 | 420 | 3.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 402 | 200 | 200 | 420 | 3.50 |
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