Aureus School

URN: 140653 • Didcot OX11 6FF

Overview

Name
Aureus School
URN
140653
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
GLF SCHOOLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
38.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kirsty Rogers (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01235313713
Website
Visit
Address
Candytuft Way, Didcot OX11 6FF

Summary

Aureus School, located in Didcot, Oxfordshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 485 students and a capacity of 1,200. The school prides itself on providing an inclusive education that promotes high expectations for all students. Under the leadership of Headteacher Kirsty Rogers, the school aims to create a vibrant community where every student has the opportunity to thrive academically and personally.

The curriculum at Aureus School is designed to cater to a diverse range of abilities and interests, with a strong emphasis on comprehensive education. The school has recently celebrated record progress in GCSE results, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence. In addition to the core curriculum, Aureus offers various extracurricular activities and masterclasses to enrich students' learning experiences.

Aureus School also fosters a supportive environment, with a significant percentage of students (32.7%) eligible for free school meals, highlighting its commitment to serving the local community. The school regularly hosts open events, allowing prospective families to explore its offerings and engage with staff and students.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
GLF SCHOOLS
Capacity
1200
Pupils
485
Boys
281
Girls
204
FSM %
32.70
Open date
2017-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 485 281 204 1200 32.70
2024-09-11 545 316 229 1200 32.50
2023-09-11 598 351 247 1200 23.50
2022-09-11 598 351 247 1200 23.50
2021-09-11 522 325 197 1200 23.00
2020-09-11 469 303 166 1200 20.00

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