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Primary school application process opens in Oxfordshire
Parents of children born between September 2021 and August 2022 can now apply for primary school places in Oxfordshire for September 2026. Officials urge families to list four schools and apply before the 15 January deadline.
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Oxfordshire rugby coach nominated for national award
Oxford’s Darren Rea has been shortlisted for the 2025 UK Coaching Inclusive Coach of the Year Award for creating transformative SEND rugby opportunities across Oxfordshire, now supporting more than 100 children each week.
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Taylor Wimpey sponsors Didcot Primary Academy’s Railway Centre trip
Taylor Wimpey has funded Didcot Primary Academy’s Year 2 trip to Didcot Railway Centre, giving pupils the chance to explore GWR history, ride a steam train and take part in hands-on workshops celebrating the town’s rich railway heritage.
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Oxfordshire launches agile highway response teams ‘HART’ to boost maintenance
Oxfordshire County Council and M Group have launched Highways Asset Response Teams (HARTs) to deliver rapid, visible improvements across the county.
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Oxford to benefit from major bus network improvements and free Park & Ride
Oxford’s bus network is set for major improvements from 09 November, , including free Park & Ride travel, more frequent services, and faster connections to hospitals and key areas, as part of the Oxfordshire Bus Enhanced Partnership.
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Pulhams invests £1.5m in five new executive coaches as part of growth strategy
Pulhams Coaches has announced a £1.5m investment in five new Irizar i6S executive coaches, expanding its fleet to 155 vehicles and launching a recruitment drive for new drivers across its growing Cotswold operations.
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BBOWT honours lifetime of service from wildlife volunteers
BBOWT has recognised Tony Chandler and Rodney Sims for six decades of volunteer service at its 2025 Awards, alongside young and community groups contributing to wildlife conservation across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire.
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Oxfordshire-based former rugby star to take on world’s toughest row for charity
Henley’s Ollie Phillips joins three adventurers to row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic this December, raising funds for MND and sports charities in memory of rugby legend Doddie Weir and others affected by life-changing conditions.
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Aureus School marks culture week with colourful celebration of diversity
Aureus School in Didcot celebrated its second Culture Week with food, music, and traditions from around the world. Students wore traditional dress and football shirts, took part in creative projects, and celebrated the diversity that makes their school community so special.
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Aureus School unites to support charity in honour of former teacher
Aureus School in Didcot is fundraising for the MSA Trust in honour of former teacher Carolyn Saul, who was diagnosed with the rare and incurable condition Multiple System Atrophy, inspiring colleagues and students alike through her courage and dedication.
