Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sports College
URN: 123270 • Banbury OX16 9DG
Overview
- Name
- Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sports College
- URN
- 123270
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Fraser Long (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Addison Road, Banbury OX16 9DG
Summary
Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sports College, located in Banbury, Oxfordshire, is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school with a capacity of 865 students. Established in 1962, the school celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2022 and continues to expand its facilities and offerings. As part of The Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Company, the school is committed to promoting Catholic values and education, fostering a supportive environment for all students.
The curriculum at Blessed George Napier is designed to develop each student's unique talents and abilities, with a strong emphasis on academic achievement and personal growth. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, particularly in sports, to encourage student engagement and well-rounded development.
Governance at the school is overseen by a Local Governing Body, which includes various committees focused on curriculum, student wellbeing, and safeguarding. Parents can access important policies and information through the school's website or by contacting the office directly. The school prioritises a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring that every student is valued and supported in their educational journey.
The curriculum at Blessed George Napier is designed to develop each student's unique talents and abilities, with a strong emphasis on academic achievement and personal growth. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, particularly in sports, to encourage student engagement and well-rounded development.
Governance at the school is overseen by a Local Governing Body, which includes various committees focused on curriculum, student wellbeing, and safeguarding. Parents can access important policies and information through the school's website or by contacting the office directly. The school prioritises a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring that every student is valued and supported in their educational journey.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Warriner School (64.4)
- Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form (61.4)
- Chenderit School (59.4)
- North Oxfordshire Academy (51.8)
- Wykham Park (50.1)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 865
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2014-07-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 865 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 865 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 865 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 865 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 865 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 865 |
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