John Watson School
URN: 123333 • Oxford OX33 1NN
Overview
- Name
- John Watson School
- URN
- 123333
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Slatter (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01865452725
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Littleworth Road, Oxford OX33 1NN
Summary
John Watson School is a community special school located in Oxford, Oxfordshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 113 pupils, with a capacity of 110. The school is dedicated to providing high-quality learning experiences tailored to the individual needs of each child, ensuring that all students are prepared for their future lives. The curriculum is designed to be relevant and balanced, recognising and celebrating individual achievements.
The school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils, with policies in place to address the diverse needs arising from gender, race, culture, religion, language, and disability. The staff are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports the holistic development of all students.
Governance at John Watson School includes experienced individuals from various professional backgrounds, ensuring effective oversight and strategic direction. The governing body actively engages with the local community, promoting collaboration and support for families, which enhances the educational experience for all pupils. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school’s website or contact the school office directly.
The school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils, with policies in place to address the diverse needs arising from gender, race, culture, religion, language, and disability. The staff are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports the holistic development of all students.
Governance at John Watson School includes experienced individuals from various professional backgrounds, ensuring effective oversight and strategic direction. The governing body actively engages with the local community, promoting collaboration and support for families, which enhances the educational experience for all pupils. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school’s website or contact the school office directly.
Useful links
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- NSPCC PANTS – The underwear rule for children with SEN (sen)
- Term Dates (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Contact (other)
- Headteacher Welcome (other)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Newsletter (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Chilworth House School (65.5)
- Include - Oxfordshire (61.3)
- Oxford Brookes University (60.2)
- The Iffley Academy (59.9)
- Northern House Academy (59.4)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 110
- Pupils
- 113
- Boys
- 78
- Girls
- 35
- FSM %
- 30.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 113 | 78 | 35 | 110 | 30.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 112 | 81 | 31 | 110 | 30.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 109 | 77 | 32 | 110 | 35.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 109 | 77 | 32 | 109 | 35.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 100 | 67 | 33 | 102 | 35.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 82 | 49 | 33 | 89 | 32.90 |
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