Education & Training
Discover news and stories from across Oxford and Oxfordshire’s diverse education and skills landscape — from world-renowned institutions and leading state and independent schools to forward-thinking professional training providers and specialist skills academies
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Oxfordshire students encouraged to explore options on A-Level Results Day
Oxfordshire students receiving A-Level, BTEC and T Level results are being encouraged to explore their next steps. Advice is available on continuing education, apprenticeships, training or work through trusted resources including Oxme, UCAS, Gov.UK and the National Careers Service.
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Cropredy primary children to perform at the Fairport Convention
Children from Cropredy Church of England Primary School are set to perform at the Fairport Convention in Cropredy this summer, thanks to a bold and imaginative curriculum revamp led by their musically passionate headteacher, Will Reeves.
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New primary school at Heyford Park to support growing community
Dorchester Living has unveiled plans for a new primary school at Heyford Park to serve the expanding community. Designed for 315 pupils and a 75-place nursery, the school will meet BREEAM “Very Good” and net zero carbon standards using solar and ground source energy.
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Oxfordshire equips teaching assistants as career advisors for SEND education
Oxfordshire County Council is training existing teaching assistants to become career advisors for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These advisors will support students across seven specialist schools, aiming to improve their education and career prospects.
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Kingham Hill School announces strategic alliance with Dean Close Foundation
Kingham Hill School in Oxfordshire will join the Dean Close Foundation in July 2025, marking a significant step for independent education in the region.
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Oxford High School GDST team wins major award at global challenge
A team of Year 12 students from the school won the Entrepreneurial Innovator award at the Conrad Challenge Innovation Summit in Houston, USA. Competing in the Aerospace and Aviation category, they were the only European finalists.
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Oxford’s largest Montessori School organisation sold by founders after 35 years
Christie & Co has announced the sale of Oxford Montessori Schools (OMS), Oxfordshire’s largest Montessori organisation, to Outcomes First Group (OFG). Founded in 1990 by Judith Walker and Daniel Ardizzone, OMS offers education from ages two to sixteen.
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Heyford Park apprentice honoured at MK College Awards for construction excellence
Ben Hambridge, a painting and decorating apprentice at Heyford Park, has won the Construction Award at Milton Keynes College’s Apprenticeship Graduation. After switching from retail to pursue a trade, Ben completed a Level 2 apprenticeship while working on-site with Dorchester Living.
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Unicorn School announces new Headteacher and landmark expansion project
The Unicorn School has appointed Alison Woodworth Sturla as its new Headteacher. Formerly Deputy Head at Alfriston School, she brings extensive experience in specialist education.
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Oxfordshire primary admissions see high success rate in first-choice offers
More than 94% of children in Oxfordshire have been offered a place at their first-choice primary school for the upcoming reception year, with over 99% receiving a place at one of their listed preferences
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Oxfordshire internship program helps young people thrive in the workplace
Warwick Bourton, a 19-year-old intern with additional needs, is thriving at Bicester-based Oxford Office Furniture through Oxfordshire County Council’s supported internship scheme. During a meeting with his supervisors, he surprised them by selling office chairs, demonstrating his initiative and natural sales skills.
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Cokethorpe School in Witney appoints Dr Sarah Squire as new Head
Dr. Sarah Squire has been appointed as Cokethorpe’s eighth Head and first Headmistress, succeeding Damian Ettinger, who retires after 23 years. She will assume the role in September 2025, bringing experience from d’Overbroeck’s and Oxford High School.
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Top Oxfordshire girls school announces appointment of new head
St Helen and St Katharine School in Abingdon has appointed Mrs Sarah Rollings as its new Head following the retirement of Mrs Rebecca Dougall in summer 2025.
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Developers secure approval for first primary school at Didcot’s Valley Park
Persimmon Homes and Taylor Wimpey have been granted approval for the first primary school at its major Valley Park scheme in Didcot, representing an exciting milestone in delivering a high-quality educational facility as part of the 4,254-unit development.
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New Head of Prep for Headington Rye Oxford Prep School
Headington Rye Oxford Prep School has announced a new Head of Prep. Mr Bertrand Leullier, currently Senior Deputy Head at South Oxfordshire co-educational prep school St Hugh’s, will take on the role in September 2025.
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Oxford University’s Opportunity Oxford diversity scheme sparks debate over academic standards
The initiative reserves one in ten undergraduate places for students from disadvantaged backgrounds and academics have voiced concerns about its impact on academic standards.