John Mason School

URN: 140580 • Abingdon OX14 1JB

Overview

Name
John Mason School
URN
140580
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ABINGDON LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alastair West (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01235524664
Website
Visit
Address
Wootton Road, Abingdon OX14 1JB

Summary

John Mason School, located in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, is a mixed-gender secondary academy with a current enrolment of 995 students, offering a capacity of 1,040. The school is committed to an inclusive educational environment, ensuring that all students, regardless of their background or abilities, have the opportunity to thrive. The ethos of the school is built around three core values: Opportunity, Respect, and Determination, which guide its approach to teaching and learning.

The curriculum at John Mason School emphasizes a broad range of subjects, with a strong focus on STEM education and creative arts. Students are encouraged to engage in various extracurricular activities, including clubs for computing, STEM, and the arts, fostering both individual talents and teamwork. The school aims to develop independent, lifelong learners by providing a supportive atmosphere that balances guidance with opportunities for self-discovery.

John Mason School values community involvement and invites parents to participate in school events, such as open evenings and exhibitions. The leadership, under Headteacher Mr Alastair West, is dedicated to enhancing teaching practices and ensuring clear communication about students' learning experiences, reinforcing the school’s commitment to improving life chances for all learners.

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Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ABINGDON LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1040
Pupils
995
Boys
542
Girls
453
FSM %
22.50
Open date
2014-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-05-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 995 542 453 1040 22.50
2024-09-11 1043 560 483 1040 19.60
2023-09-11 1056 574 482 1040 14.40
2022-09-11 1056 574 482 1040 14.40
2021-09-11 1058 553 505 1040 12.60
2020-09-11 1006 528 478 1040 10.00

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