Aston and Cote Church of England Primary School
Voluntary controlled primary school in Bampton (Oxfordshire).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
At Aston and Cote, we believe childhood should be full of joy, discovery, and wonder. We re passionate about giving children the chance to experience the simple pleasures of being a child, being free, playing, being outdoors, and expressing their creativity.
Our pupils enjoy forest school sessions every fortnight, spend regular afternoons in the garden, and learn outside for around 30% of their week across a range of subjects. These hands-on, real-world experiences spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and help our children feel happy, confident, and connected to the world around them.
Our dedicated team of teachers are committed to helping every child grow their talents and reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. We encourage each pupil to explore learning in their own way, developing confidence, resilience, and a genuine love of learning that will stay with them for life. Community is at the heart of everything we do.
Our school family children, parents, staff, and governors shares a strong sense of care, inclusivity, and mutual respect. We celebrate every child's achievements and value each person's unique contribution to our thriving school life.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
18 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Archery
- Athletics
- Computing
- Cricket
- Cross Country
- Football
- Gardening
- Hockey
- Music
- Netball
- Rounders
- Rugby
- Stem
- Tennis
- Forest School
- Growth Mindset
and 2 more
Awards
3 awardsiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Basic Skills Quality MarkLiteracy and numeracy
- Eco SchoolsEnvironment
- Healthy SchoolsHealth and wellbeing
Key facts
- URN
- 123106
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- Has Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Oxfordshire
- Constituency
- Witney
- Setting
- Larger rural: Further from a major town or city
Governing body (9 current, 3 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Joe Cox | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Nick Conram-Wright | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Rob Mills | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Natasha Gray | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Mervyn Hudson | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Kate Norton | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Natasha Sibley | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2024 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mrs Melody Chadwick | Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2023 |
| Mr Alastair Barnett | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2022 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Edward Steele Former | Governor | Foundation/sponsor members | since 2023 · term ended 2026 |
| Mr Rob Mills Former | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2021 · term ended 2025 |
| Mrs Natasha Gray Former | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2021 · term ended 2025 |
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