Didcot Primary Academy

URN: 140688 • Didcot OX11 6DP

Overview

Name
Didcot Primary Academy
URN
140688
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
OMNIA LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
76.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Ashcroft (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01235606012
Website
Visit
Address
Chestnut Drive, Didcot OX11 6DP

Summary

Didcot Primary Academy is a mixed, sponsor-led academy located in Didcot, Oxfordshire, accommodating 456 pupils with a capacity of 446. The school prides itself on its multicultural environment and a strong ethos centred around two core values: "Be kind" and "Be brilliant." These principles guide the school's approach to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning atmosphere.

Under the leadership of Executive Principal Mrs Alison Ashcroft, Didcot Primary Academy aims to equip students with resilience, creativity, and a growth mindset. The curriculum is designed to engage children from nursery through to Year 6, promoting hands-on experiences that nurture a lifelong love of learning. The school has received an outstanding Ofsted report, highlighting its commitment to providing an exceptional educational experience.

The academy encourages parental involvement and maintains open communication regarding student progress. Families are welcomed into a vibrant community that shares a common goal of supporting each child's development and success. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
OMNIA LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
446
Pupils
456
Boys
222
Girls
234
FSM %
11.40
Open date
2016-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 456 222 234 446 11.40
2024-09-11 451 217 234 446 12.60
2023-09-11 423 217 206 446 18.20
2022-09-11 423 217 206 446 18.20
2021-09-11 396 193 203 446 17.60
2020-09-11 335 161 174 446 14.20

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