Christopher Rawlins Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

URN: 123186 • Banbury OX17 3NH

Overview

Name
Christopher Rawlins Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN
123186
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Phil Goldsworthy (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Aynho Road, Banbury OX17 3NH

Summary

Christopher Rawlins Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Banbury, Oxfordshire, serves a mixed cohort of 260 pupils aged 3 to 11. Established in 1589, the school has a rich history and is part of the Oxfordshire Diocesan Schools Trust. It aims to provide a broad curriculum that is deeply rooted in Christian values, emphasizing Courage, Responsibility, and Compassion.

The school fosters a supportive environment where staff are dedicated to nurturing each child's development, promoting resilience and independence. British values such as democracy, the rule of law, and mutual respect are integrated into the curriculum through Personal, Social, Health and Emotional education and Religious Education, ensuring children learn to appreciate diversity and different beliefs.

As a community-focused institution, Christopher Rawlins plays a central role in village life, encouraging strong relationships among families and staff. The school continues to evolve its facilities, including a wildlife area and adventure playground, to enhance the educational experience for all students.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
260
Boys
145
Girls
115
FSM %
2.10
Open date
Close date
2020-01-31
Last Ofsted
2018-03-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 260 145 115 315 2.10
2024-09-11 260 145 115 315 2.10
2023-09-11 260 145 115 315 2.10
2022-09-11 260 145 115 315 2.10
2021-09-11 260 145 115 315 2.10
2020-09-11 260 145 115 315 2.10

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