Rush Common School

URN: 137920 • Abingdon OX14 2AW

Overview

Name
Rush Common School
URN
137920
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ABINGDON LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
67.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kristen Fawcett (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
Telephone
01235533583
Website
Visit
Address
Hendred Way, Abingdon OX14 2AW

Summary

Rush Common School, located in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 429 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 448. The school is dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment where children feel happy and secure. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its vision: "Dream, Aspire, Succeed," reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and the well-being of its students.

The curriculum at Rush Common School is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, covering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and the arts. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development and offers various enrichment opportunities such as clubs, residential trips, and competitions to foster teamwork and creativity among students.

Community involvement is a key aspect of Rush Common School, with strong support from parents and local stakeholders. The school actively encourages parental engagement through regular communication and events, ensuring that families feel connected and informed about their children's education.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
ABINGDON LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
448
Pupils
429
Boys
200
Girls
229
FSM %
4.80
Open date
2012-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 429 200 229 448 4.80
2024-09-11 416 199 217 448 3.60
2023-09-11 382 179 203 420 2.40
2022-09-11 382 179 203 420 2.40
2021-09-11 396 186 210 420 3.30
2020-09-11 399 193 206 420 1.80

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