Dashwood Banbury Academy

URN: 138501 • Banbury OX16 4RX

Overview

Name
Dashwood Banbury Academy
URN
138501
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ASPIRATIONS ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Gordon-Weeks (since 2025)
Telephone
01295263240
Website
Visit
Address
Merton Street, Banbury OX16 4RX

Summary

Dashwood Banbury Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Banbury, Oxfordshire, with a current enrolment of 466 pupils, matching its capacity. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, guided by its core values and ethos. The Principal, who has been with the school for 14 years, emphasizes a strong dedication to the welfare and development of all students and their families.

The curriculum at Dashwood is designed to foster applied learning and personal growth, incorporating the Aspiration Principles and a variety of subjects. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and cultural programs, to enhance students' educational experiences. There is a focus on pupil leadership and well-being, ensuring that children are supported both academically and socially.

Community engagement is a priority, with initiatives like the Dashwood Action Committee, which includes parents and staff working together to address school issues and enhance the learning environment. The school also provides resources for safeguarding and online safety, reflecting its commitment to the holistic development of its pupils.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ASPIRATIONS ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
466
Pupils
466
Boys
243
Girls
223
FSM %
21.40
Open date
2012-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 466 243 223 466 21.40
2024-09-11 458 233 225 466 23.90
2023-09-11 434 235 199 466 28.30
2022-09-11 434 235 199 466 28.30
2021-09-11 431 241 190 466 25.20
2020-09-11 426 231 195 466 12.50

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