St Johns CofE Academy

URN: 149771 • Wantage OX12 0GR

Overview

Name
St Johns CofE Academy
URN
149771
Type
Free schools
Phase
All-through
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CAMBRIAN LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
55.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rick Holroyd (since 2025)
Telephone
01235754070
Website
Visit
Address
Stanley Hall Road, Wantage OX12 0GR

Summary

St John's Church of England Academy, located in Wantage, Oxfordshire, is an all-through free school catering to children from Nursery through to Year 11. Opened in September 2023, the primary phase currently serves 156 pupils, with a capacity of 420. The school is part of the Vale Academy Trust and aims to address the educational needs of families in the new Wellington Gate development, providing a modern learning environment equipped with specialist facilities.

The school promotes a strong ethos based on Christian values, fostering respect, ambition, and personal growth among its students. St John's Academy is committed to delivering a stimulating and inclusive curriculum designed to support the diverse learning needs of its pupils. The primary and secondary phases will work closely together to ensure smooth transitions for students as they progress through their education.

In addition to its educational offerings, St John's Academy seeks to be a focal point for the local community, with facilities available for community use outside school hours. The school welcomes families of all faiths and backgrounds, aiming to create a supportive and engaging environment for all students.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
2 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CAMBRIAN LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
156
Boys
84
Girls
72
FSM %
4.90
Open date
2023-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 156 84 72 420 4.90
2024-09-11 87 49 38 420 12.50
2023-09-11 1095

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