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
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.
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.
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Nearby alternatives
- Longford Park Primary School (67.8)
- Hill View Primary School (65.5)
- William Morris Primary School (65.5)
- Deddington Church of England Primary School (65.0)
- Middleton Cheney Primary Academy (64.9)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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