The Cherwell School

URN: 123251 • Oxford OX2 7EE

Overview

Name
The Cherwell School
URN
123251
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul James (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Marston Ferry Road, Oxford OX2 7EE

Summary

The Cherwell School, located in Oxford, is a mixed community secondary school with a capacity of 1,797 students. The school prides itself on its commitment to excellence, offering a rich and ambitious curriculum designed to foster individual growth and development. The ethos of the school centres around opportunity, responsibility, and excellence, encouraging students to embrace their unique identities within a supportive environment.

The Cherwell School promotes inclusivity and diversity, ensuring that all students, including those with Special Educational Needs, receive the support they need to thrive. The school’s personal development programme complements the academic curriculum, helping to cultivate well-rounded individuals who can interact positively with peers and staff alike.

As a non-uniform school, Cherwell encourages self-expression among its students, fostering strong relationships within the school community. The school has been an integral part of the Oxford area for many years, emphasizing a culture of collaboration and responsibility among its students and staff.

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Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1797
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2012-03-31
Last Ofsted
2008-01-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1797
2024-09-11 1797
2023-09-11 1797
2022-09-11 1797
2021-09-11 1797
2020-09-11 1797

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