Gosford Hill School
URN: 138897 • Kidlington OX5 2NT
Overview
- Name
- Gosford Hill School
- URN
- 138897
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- RIVER LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nigel Sellars (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01865374971
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Oxford Road, Kidlington OX5 2NT
Summary
Gosford Hill School, located in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 848 students, set within a capacity of 1,100. As part of the River Learning Trust, the school emphasizes a values-driven education, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all pupils. The school’s ethos is reflected in its commitment to student development and well-being, with various pastoral support services available, including a school health nurse and counselling services.
The curriculum at Gosford Hill School is broad and diverse, offering a wide range of subjects from traditional disciplines such as English, Mathematics, and Science to creative subjects like Art and Music. The school also provides opportunities for extra-curricular activities, including clubs, sports fixtures, and school trips, aimed at enhancing students' educational experiences and personal growth.
Gosford Hill School prioritizes communication with parents through various channels, including newsletters and a dedicated online portal, ensuring that families are well-informed and engaged in their children's education. The school also offers resources for students with special educational needs and promotes a strong sense of community involvement.
The curriculum at Gosford Hill School is broad and diverse, offering a wide range of subjects from traditional disciplines such as English, Mathematics, and Science to creative subjects like Art and Music. The school also provides opportunities for extra-curricular activities, including clubs, sports fixtures, and school trips, aimed at enhancing students' educational experiences and personal growth.
Gosford Hill School prioritizes communication with parents through various channels, including newsletters and a dedicated online portal, ensuring that families are well-informed and engaged in their children's education. The school also offers resources for students with special educational needs and promotes a strong sense of community involvement.
Useful links
- Introducing the Governors (governance)
- Please click here to report child absence. (sen)
- The Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- SEND and Inclusion (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Prospectus (download)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Policies and Procedures (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Sixth Form Prospectus (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Gosford Hill School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- RIVER LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1100
- Pupils
- 848
- Boys
- 467
- Girls
- 381
- FSM %
- 22.10
- Open date
- 2012-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-02-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 848 | 467 | 381 | 1100 | 22.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 848 | 473 | 375 | 1100 | 20.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 798 | 441 | 357 | 1100 | 13.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 798 | 441 | 357 | 1100 | 13.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 794 | 432 | 362 | 1100 | 11.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 870 | 469 | 401 | 1100 | 9.10 |
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