St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley

URN: 140556 • Oxford OX4 2HB

Overview

Name
St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley
URN
140556
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Trust
OXFORD DIOCESAN SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Katie Screaton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01865779772
Website
Visit
Address
Temple Road, Oxford OX4 2HB

Summary

St Christopher's Church of England School, located in Cowley, Oxford, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 316 pupils, set against a capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to live life to the fullest, embodying values of respect, love, and community belonging. This ethos is reflected in their vision, which emphasizes courage and growth through shared learning experiences.

The school aims to provide a well-rounded education that supports both academic and personal development. St Christopher's integrates its Christian values into the curriculum, promoting moral and ethical understanding alongside traditional subjects. The school community is actively involved in creating a supportive atmosphere for all students, ensuring that each child feels valued and included.

With a significant percentage of pupils (30.60%) eligible for free school meals, St Christopher's is dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of its student body. The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, fostering strong relationships that enhance the educational experience for all children. For more information, visit their website at [St Christopher's School](http://www.st-christophers-pri.oxon.sch.uk).

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
OXFORD DIOCESAN SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
316
Boys
151
Girls
165
FSM %
30.60
Open date
2014-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 316 151 165 420 30.60
2024-09-11 349 167 182 420 31.20
2023-09-11 361 177 184 420 26.60
2022-09-11 361 177 184 420 26.60
2021-09-11 386 193 193 420 23.80
2020-09-11 413 207 206 420 18.00

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