St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School
URN: 133532 • Carterton OX18 1JF
Overview
- Name
- St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School
- URN
- 133532
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 75.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Smith (since 2022) , Headteacher
- Previous head
- Marie Wargent, Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01993843124
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bluebell Way, Carterton OX18 1JF
Summary
St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School is a mixed voluntary aided primary school located in Carterton, Oxfordshire, with a current enrolment of 454 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a Christian ethos, aiming to inspire all members of the community—children and adults alike—to grow as individuals and to respect themselves and others. The school’s vision is encapsulated in the metaphor of the golden eagle, symbolising high aspirations and the potential for all to "soar" in their personal and academic lives.
The curriculum at St John’s is designed to meet the needs of all learners, encompassing a broad range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside Religious Education. The school places a strong emphasis on both academic achievement and personal development, offering various enrichment opportunities and after-school clubs to enhance the educational experience.
St John’s also prioritises the well-being of its students, providing support for mental health, special educational needs, and family services. The school actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement through initiatives such as the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), fostering a collaborative environment for the benefit of all students.
The curriculum at St John’s is designed to meet the needs of all learners, encompassing a broad range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside Religious Education. The school places a strong emphasis on both academic achievement and personal development, offering various enrichment opportunities and after-school clubs to enhance the educational experience.
St John’s also prioritises the well-being of its students, providing support for mental health, special educational needs, and family services. The school actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement through initiatives such as the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), fostering a collaborative environment for the benefit of all students.
Useful links
- Administer Site (other)
- School Jotter (other)
- school website (other)
- Webanywhere (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Brize Norton Primary School (70.2)
- Gateway Primary School (62.4)
- Edith Moorhouse Primary School (58.5)
- Brize Norton Primary School (56.7)
- Edith Moorhouse Primary School (55.2)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 454
- Boys
- 243
- Girls
- 211
- FSM %
- 13.90
- Open date
- 2002-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 454 | 243 | 211 | 420 | 13.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 459 | 240 | 219 | 420 | 13.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 457 | 234 | 223 | 420 | 12.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 457 | 234 | 223 | 420 | 12.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 451 | 239 | 212 | 420 | 10.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 466 | 233 | 233 | 420 | 11.40 |
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