Frank Wise School
URN: 123332 • Banbury OX16 9RL
Overview
- Name
- Frank Wise School
- URN
- 123332
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 65.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Heidi Dennison (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01295263520
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hornbeam Close, Banbury OX16 9RL
Summary
Frank Wise School is a community special school located in Banbury, Oxfordshire, catering to children and young adults aged 2 to 19. With a current enrolment of 122 pupils, the school operates with a capacity of 117 and is committed to providing a highly individualised and inclusive educational experience. Recognised as outstanding by OfSTED in 2024, the school emphasizes effective learning tailored to the unique needs of each child, fostering a supportive environment where achievements are celebrated.
The curriculum at Frank Wise School is designed to be flexible and responsive, ensuring that it meets the diverse needs of its pupils. The school groups students solely by age and offers weekly access to mainstream learning opportunities, promoting integration and social interaction. Staff members are dedicated to building caring and trusting relationships with students, which is central to the school's ethos.
Frank Wise School actively engages with parents and the wider community, participating in various local, regional, and national SEND projects. This collaborative approach enhances the educational experience and supports the development of strong partnerships, ensuring that families are involved in their children's learning journey.
The curriculum at Frank Wise School is designed to be flexible and responsive, ensuring that it meets the diverse needs of its pupils. The school groups students solely by age and offers weekly access to mainstream learning opportunities, promoting integration and social interaction. Staff members are dedicated to building caring and trusting relationships with students, which is central to the school's ethos.
Frank Wise School actively engages with parents and the wider community, participating in various local, regional, and national SEND projects. This collaborative approach enhances the educational experience and supports the development of strong partnerships, ensuring that families are involved in their children's learning journey.
Useful links
- The Governors (governance)
- SEND Information for Families September 11, 2025 (sen)
- School Events (calendar)
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Nearby alternatives
- Swalcliffe Park School CIO (73.3)
- Al-Madina School (45.2)
- Banbury Pupil Referral Unit (45.2)
- Overthorpe Preparatory School (45.2)
- Bloxham School (44.7)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 117
- Pupils
- 122
- Boys
- 81
- Girls
- 41
- FSM %
- 38.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 122 | 81 | 41 | 117 | 38.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 119 | 82 | 37 | 117 | 37.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 121 | 82 | 39 | 117 | 37.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 121 | 82 | 39 | 117 | 37.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 117 | 83 | 34 | 117 | 35.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 115 | 80 | 35 | 117 | 36.70 |
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