St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney

URN: 142664 • Wantage OX12 0JN

Overview

Name
St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney
URN
142664
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
CAMBRIAN LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lucy Ottaway (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01235868232
Website
Visit
Address
The Causeway, Wantage OX12 0JN

Summary

St James Church of England Primary School, located in Wantage, Oxfordshire, serves children aged 2 to 11 years and operates as an academy converter. The school has a current enrolment of 215 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210, and approximately 21.8% of students are eligible for free school meals. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment based on its Christian values of community, courage, and kindness.

The curriculum at St James is designed to be ambitious and enriched, promoting curiosity, empathy, and adventure among students. The school aims to prepare children to become lifelong learners, resilient risk-takers, and responsible global citizens. Emphasis is placed on collaboration among pupils, staff, parents, and the wider community, ensuring that every member plays a vital role in the school’s supportive atmosphere.

St James CE Primary School prides itself on creating a strong sense of community, celebrating successes, and providing support during challenges. The ethos of working "for the good of all" underpins the school's mission, encouraging each child to thrive and reach their full potential.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CAMBRIAN LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
215
Boys
117
Girls
98
FSM %
21.80
Open date
2016-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 215 117 98 210 21.80
2024-09-11 207 110 97 210 18.00
2023-09-11 218 117 101 210 18.10
2022-09-11 218 117 101 210 18.10
2021-09-11 193 106 87 210 13.40
2020-09-11 160 80 80 210 8.10

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