St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bicester

URN: 123207 • Bicester OX26 2NX

Overview

Name
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bicester
URN
123207
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Daniel O'Connor (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Queen's Avenue, Bicester OX26 2NX

Summary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School in Bicester is a voluntary aided primary school with a current enrolment of 229 pupils, set within a capacity of 315. The school is deeply rooted in the Catholic faith, following the teachings and practices of the Roman Catholic Church. Its ethos emphasizes the importance of religious education, aiming to nurture each child's spiritual and moral development alongside their academic growth.

The school promotes fundamental British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. Pupils are encouraged to engage in school governance through the School Council, where their voices are valued. The curriculum is designed to foster independence and self-esteem, with a focus on developing basic skills and creative talents in a supportive environment.

St Mary's is committed to providing a safe and nurturing atmosphere for all students, ensuring that they feel happy and secure. The school actively encourages community involvement and charitable support, teaching children the importance of compassion and consideration for others through various educational initiatives.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
229
Boys
100
Girls
129
FSM %
9.20
Open date
Close date
2024-12-31
Last Ofsted
2023-01-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 229 100 129 315 9.20
2024-09-11 229 100 129 315 9.20
2023-09-11 229 107 122 315 8.30
2022-09-11 229 107 122 315 8.30
2021-09-11 228 112 116 315 7.00
2020-09-11 223 103 120 315 6.70

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