Cheney School

URN: 139146 • Oxford OX3 7QH

Overview

Name
Cheney School
URN
139146
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
60.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rob Pavey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01865765726
Website
Visit
Address
Cheney Lane, Oxford OX3 7QH

Summary

Cheney School is a mixed secondary academy located in Oxford, Oxfordshire, with a student population of 1,704, exceeding its capacity of 1,615. The school prides itself on being a genuinely comprehensive institution, reflecting a fully inclusive intake that represents the diversity of modern Britain. Cheney School aims to foster an environment where students are encouraged to think independently, act responsibly, and strive for personal excellence.

The school offers a broad curriculum designed to meet the needs of all students, alongside a range of extracurricular activities that promote personal development and community engagement. Recent initiatives include projects such as the creation of mosaic moths by Year 7 and 8 students, highlighting the school’s commitment to creative expression and teamwork.

Cheney School actively engages with its community, hosting open events and providing a platform for students to showcase their talents. With a focus on respect and readiness, the school supports its students in becoming well-rounded individuals prepared for future challenges. For more information, visit their website at [cheneyschool.org](http://www.cheneyschool.org).

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
RIVER LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1615
Pupils
1704
Boys
840
Girls
864
FSM %
26.20
Open date
2013-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1704 840 864 1615 26.20
2024-09-11 1679 836 843 1615 24.10
2023-09-11 1622 821 801 1615 23.20
2022-09-11 1622 821 801 1738 23.20
2021-09-11 1581 814 767 1588 22.00
2020-09-11 1518 780 738 1588 17.90

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