Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form

URN: 141146 • Banbury OX16 9DG

Overview

Name
Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form
URN
141146
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE POPE FRANCIS CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY COMPANY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Niamh Dolan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01295264216
Website
Visit
Address
Addison Road, Banbury OX16 9DG

Summary

Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form, located in Banbury, Oxfordshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 908 students, exceeding its capacity of 847. The school is part of The Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Company, which aims to promote Catholic education and values within the community. Celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2022, the school has a rich history and is committed to expanding its facilities and offerings in the coming years.

The curriculum at Blessed George Napier is designed to support the diverse needs of its students, with a focus on academic achievement and personal development. The school prioritises student wellbeing and offers various support mechanisms, including a dedicated team for special educational needs and pupil premium initiatives.

Parents can access a range of information about school policies, exam results, and performance through the school's website. The governing body, comprised of appointed members, oversees the school's operations, ensuring adherence to educational standards and the promotion of a nurturing environment for all students.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE POPE FRANCIS CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY COMPANY
Capacity
847
Pupils
908
Boys
453
Girls
455
FSM %
14.00
Open date
2014-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 908 453 455 847 14.00
2024-09-11 879 432 447 847 11.50
2023-09-11 881 429 452 847 7.80
2022-09-11 881 429 452 847 7.80
2021-09-11 888 425 463 847 8.60
2020-09-11 861 415 446 847 6.70

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