Harriers Banbury Academy
URN: 139298 • Banbury OX16 9JW
Overview
- Name
- Harriers Banbury Academy
- URN
- 139298
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ASPIRATIONS ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stephanie Coley (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01295263067
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Harriers View, Banbury OX16 9JW
Summary
Harriers Banbury Academy is a mixed primary school located in the heart of Banbury, Oxfordshire. With a current enrolment of 421 pupils and a capacity of 460, the academy operates as a converter academy, focusing on fostering a culture of high expectations and respect. The school's mission, "Learning to Fly," reflects its commitment to nurturing each child's unique talents and aspirations in a safe and supportive environment.
The curriculum at Harriers Banbury Academy emphasizes applied learning, encouraging students to engage with a wide range of subjects while developing essential skills. The school also prioritizes extracurricular activities, including outdoor learning and arts initiatives, to enhance the educational experience. Additionally, the academy offers various support services, including special educational needs (SEND) provisions and a dedicated safeguarding team, ensuring that all pupils receive the assistance they need to thrive.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Harriers Banbury Academy, with opportunities for parental engagement through workshops and events. The academy also features facilities such as a forest school and a library bus, promoting a holistic approach to education and well-being.
The curriculum at Harriers Banbury Academy emphasizes applied learning, encouraging students to engage with a wide range of subjects while developing essential skills. The school also prioritizes extracurricular activities, including outdoor learning and arts initiatives, to enhance the educational experience. Additionally, the academy offers various support services, including special educational needs (SEND) provisions and a dedicated safeguarding team, ensuring that all pupils receive the assistance they need to thrive.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Harriers Banbury Academy, with opportunities for parental engagement through workshops and events. The academy also features facilities such as a forest school and a library bus, promoting a holistic approach to education and well-being.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Sense of Accomplishment (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- SEND & Inclusion - Local Offer (sen)
- Nursery Consultation (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ASPIRATIONS ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 460
- Pupils
- 421
- Boys
- 228
- Girls
- 193
- FSM %
- 20.70
- Open date
- 2013-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 421 | 228 | 193 | 460 | 20.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 431 | 221 | 210 | 460 | 24.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 390 | 186 | 204 | 460 | 25.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 390 | 186 | 204 | 460 | 25.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 390 | 189 | 201 | 460 | 24.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 391 | 196 | 195 | 460 | 21.30 |
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