Faringdon Community College
URN: 137993 • Faringdon SN7 7LB
Overview
- Name
- Faringdon Community College
- URN
- 137993
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- CAMBRIAN LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jonathan Dennett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01367240375
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Fernham Road, Faringdon SN7 7LB
Summary
Faringdon Community College is a mixed secondary academy located in Faringdon, Oxfordshire, with a current enrolment of 1,436 students and a capacity of 1,550. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The ethos is built around the core values of "belong, believe, aspire, and achieve," which aim to prepare students to be responsible citizens.
The curriculum at Faringdon Community College is designed to be engaging and challenging, encouraging critical thinking and a lifelong love of learning. The school places a strong emphasis on character development alongside academic excellence, ensuring that students are well-rounded individuals. A variety of extra-curricular activities and trips are offered to enhance students' experiences and broaden their horizons.
The leadership, under Headteacher Lisa Barker, promotes open communication and active participation from families, recognizing the importance of collaboration between home and school for student success. Faringdon Community College strives to create a nurturing atmosphere where every student is empowered to explore their interests and develop their talents.
The curriculum at Faringdon Community College is designed to be engaging and challenging, encouraging critical thinking and a lifelong love of learning. The school places a strong emphasis on character development alongside academic excellence, ensuring that students are well-rounded individuals. A variety of extra-curricular activities and trips are offered to enhance students' experiences and broaden their horizons.
The leadership, under Headteacher Lisa Barker, promotes open communication and active participation from families, recognizing the importance of collaboration between home and school for student success. Faringdon Community College strives to create a nurturing atmosphere where every student is empowered to explore their interests and develop their talents.
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Nearby alternatives
- Faringdon Community College (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- CAMBRIAN LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1550
- Pupils
- 1436
- Boys
- 734
- Girls
- 702
- FSM %
- 18.10
- Open date
- 2012-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1436 | 734 | 702 | 1550 | 18.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1412 | 735 | 677 | 1550 | 15.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1396 | 716 | 680 | 1550 | 11.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1396 | 716 | 680 | 1550 | 11.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1351 | 701 | 650 | 1550 | 9.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1317 | 691 | 626 | 1550 | 7.40 |
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