North Oxfordshire Academy
URN: 135365 • Banbury OX16 0UD
Overview
- Name
- North Oxfordshire Academy
- URN
- 135365
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ellie Jacobs (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01295224300
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Drayton Road, Banbury OX16 0UD
Summary
North Oxfordshire Academy, located in Banbury, Oxfordshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrollment of 1,023 students, against a capacity of 1,150. As a sponsor-led institution, it is part of the United Learning group, which aims to provide a high-quality education and foster a supportive learning environment. The academy places a strong emphasis on character development, promoting civic and intellectual values alongside academic achievement.
The curriculum at North Oxfordshire Academy is designed to cater to a diverse range of learning needs, with a focus on inclusivity. The school offers support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all pupils have access to the resources they require to succeed. The academy also prioritises the development of personal character, preparing students for their future roles in society.
With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (30.10%), North Oxfordshire Academy is committed to addressing the challenges faced by its community. The school actively engages with parents and local stakeholders to foster a collaborative environment that supports student growth and achievement. For more information, visit their website at [northoxfordshire-academy.org](http://www.northoxfordshire-academy.org/).
The curriculum at North Oxfordshire Academy is designed to cater to a diverse range of learning needs, with a focus on inclusivity. The school offers support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all pupils have access to the resources they require to succeed. The academy also prioritises the development of personal character, preparing students for their future roles in society.
With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (30.10%), North Oxfordshire Academy is committed to addressing the challenges faced by its community. The school actively engages with parents and local stakeholders to foster a collaborative environment that supports student growth and achievement. For more information, visit their website at [northoxfordshire-academy.org](http://www.northoxfordshire-academy.org/).
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Student Absence Request Form (sen)
- Uniform & Essential Equipment (sen)
- Essential Equipment (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Sixth Form Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Warriner School (64.4)
- Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form (61.4)
- Chenderit School (59.4)
- Wykham Park (50.1)
- Futures Institute Banbury (47.4)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1150
- Pupils
- 1023
- Boys
- 495
- Girls
- 528
- FSM %
- 30.10
- Open date
- 2007-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1023 | 495 | 528 | 1150 | 30.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1037 | 516 | 521 | 1150 | 30.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1007 | 506 | 501 | 1150 | 27.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1007 | 506 | 501 | 1150 | 27.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1012 | 510 | 502 | 1150 | 25.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 979 | 507 | 472 | 1150 | 19.80 |
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