The Oxford Academy
URN: 148354 • Oxford OX4 6JZ
Overview
- Name
- The Oxford Academy
- URN
- 148354
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Trust
- RIVER LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 40.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nora Ward (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01865783237
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sandy Lane West, Oxford OX4 6JZ
Summary
The Oxford Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Oxford, Oxfordshire, with a current enrolment of 1,113 pupils and a capacity of 1,400. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it is committed to fostering a culture of high expectations and academic success for all students. The school aims to support personal development and encourage lifelong contributions to society.
The curriculum at The Oxford Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on both academic achievement and personal growth. The school offers various extracurricular activities, including sports and community initiatives, which help to engage students beyond the classroom. The recent establishment of the Littlemore Hub Community Food Larder reflects the academy's commitment to supporting local families in need.
The school prides itself on its supportive environment, where students are encouraged to thrive academically and socially. With dedicated staff, including a school chaplain, The Oxford Academy aims to provide a nurturing atmosphere that promotes resilience and confidence among its students.
The curriculum at The Oxford Academy is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on both academic achievement and personal growth. The school offers various extracurricular activities, including sports and community initiatives, which help to engage students beyond the classroom. The recent establishment of the Littlemore Hub Community Food Larder reflects the academy's commitment to supporting local families in need.
The school prides itself on its supportive environment, where students are encouraged to thrive academically and socially. With dedicated staff, including a school chaplain, The Oxford Academy aims to provide a nurturing atmosphere that promotes resilience and confidence among its students.
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- Whole School Curriculum Implementation (download)
- Report Bullying (other)
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- Facebook (other)
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- All Policies (other)
- Student Leadership (other)
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- Key information for parents and carers (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Cherwell School (76.6)
- The Cherwell School (70.2)
- Matthew Arnold School (63.7)
- Wheatley Park School (63.5)
- Cheney School (60.8)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- RIVER LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1400
- Pupils
- 1113
- Boys
- 544
- Girls
- 569
- FSM %
- 47.20
- Open date
- 2020-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1113 | 544 | 569 | 1400 | 47.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1159 | 569 | 590 | 1400 | 45.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1088 | 548 | 540 | 1400 | 39.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1088 | 548 | 540 | 1400 | 39.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1036 | 526 | 510 | 1400 | 35.50 |
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