Bardwell School

URN: 123344 • Bicester OX26 4RZ

Overview

Name
Bardwell School
URN
123344
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Riches (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Hendon Place, Bicester OX26 4RZ

Summary

Bardwell School is a community special school located in Bicester, Oxfordshire, catering to a mixed-gender student population of 75, with a capacity for 83 pupils. The school is dedicated to supporting students with special educational needs, providing a nurturing environment that focuses on individual strengths and personal development.

The school's mission is to empower students to excel in both learning and life. Bardwell School aims to build confidence and raise aspirations through a respectful and supportive atmosphere. The curriculum is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring that each student is equipped with the skills necessary for success.

With 25% of its students eligible for free school meals, Bardwell School is committed to fostering an inclusive community that values every child's potential. The school actively engages with families and the wider community to create a collaborative approach to education, ensuring that all students can thrive and achieve their goals.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
83
Pupils
75
Boys
56
Girls
19
FSM %
25.00
Open date
Close date
2019-05-31
Last Ofsted
2018-07-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 75 56 19 83 25.00
2024-09-11 75 56 19 83 25.00
2023-09-11 75 56 19 83 25.00
2022-09-11 75 56 19 83 25.00
2021-09-11 75 56 19 83 25.00
2020-09-11 75 56 19 83 25.00

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