We were proud to be able to share the transformational strengths of our school with Ofsted this term, showcasing what makes Bloxham such a special place to learn, grow and belong.

You'll find highlights that reflect our values—Inclusive, Caring, Ambitious, Trustworthy, Creative, and Honest—and examples of how our motto, Be . Build . Become, continues to inspire our pupils to grow, thrive, and support one another.

We hope you enjoy catching up on all that’s been happening as we start 2025 with enthusiasm and purpose.

The children were taught a variety of skills and enjoyed learning about the weekly rations and helping Mrs North in the kitchen preparing seasonal wartime food; helping Mrs Fort with her Make-Do-and-Mend project; and learning about air raid shelters and gas masks with ‘The Major’.

Below is an account from students about their day...

The School Games Mark is a Government-led award scheme launched in 2012, facilitated by the Youth Sport Trust to reward schools for their commitment to the development of competition across their school and into the community, and we are delighted to have been recognised for our success.

Our sporting achievements this year include: Winners of the Stinger Netball league, reaching the Quad Kids County Finals, 2nd/3rd place in the Girls/Boys Football leagues, Bronze-medal Girls' County Football Finalists, Cross-country County Finalists as well as taking part in Cricket Festivals, Tag Rugby Festivals, Hockey Festivals, a Dodgeball Festival, a Swimming gala and a Gymnastics competition.

We are extremely proud of our pupils for their dedication to all aspects of school sport, including those young volunteers, leaders and officials who made our competitions possible.

As part of our application, we were asked to fulfil criteria in the areas of participation, competition, workforce and clubs, and we are pleased that the hard work of everyone at our school has been rewarded this year.

A special thanks to our amazing PE staff Mrs Ducker and Mr Sorrell and other Teaching Staff for making this happen!

This year at Bloxham Primary School, we are raising the profile of PE and Being Active throughout the week commencing 8th July, culminating with a visit from a World Medallist Gymnast, Courtney Tulloch.

During the week, pupils will be encouraged to complete an Active Diary which will be talked about in our Sports Week assembly.

Plan for the week:

Monday 8th July – Assembly led by Sports Reps for Key Stage 2 (KS2)

Tuesday 9th July – Sports Day at 9:15-11:15 for KS2 and 1:15-3pm for Key Stage 1 (KS1)

Wednesday 10th July – Sports Reps to create Active Stations on the playground/field with activities for children to choose from

Thursday 11th July – Courtney Tulloch, Gymnast visiting school for a whole-school assembly followed by sponsored exercises.

Active Stations at lunchtime.

Friday 12th July – Active Stations at lunchtime

Timings are as follows:

KS2- 9:15-11:15

FS/KS1- 1/15-3pm 

Come along and cheer on your mini athlete!

"It was an amazing chance to capture a snapshot of everyone in school on this day, to remain a part of the history of the school." Mrs McKenna, School Business Manager.

"I felt happy to be making my mark on Bloxham Primary School." Poppy, Year 6

"It feels nice to have our names there, as it's our last year here and they can't forget us!" Bella and Evie, Year 6

"I felt excited!" Josh in Year 1

"If my kids come to this school, I can tell them that my name is on the foundations." Emily, Year 6

"It's really lovely that we'll all be a part of the building going forward." Mrs Daniels, Year 5 Teaching Team

Many thanks to Chris from Beard for facilitating this opportunity.

Each year group will be running a stall along with a Tombola, Raffle, Guess the Teddy. Penalty Shoot Out, Bar and BBQ.

Please come out and support your School and (fingers crossed) enjoy some summer sunshine fun!

The children’s response was amazing, seeing photographs of her in her Bloxham school uniform, then recognising their own local football team emblem of Bloxham FC, to eventually seeing the Arsenal and England badges.

The questions from the children were very thoughtful, from "Who inspired you?" to "What tips do you have?" and "How many trophies have you won?" 

Some pupils also spent time with Emily on the field, celebrating women’s football with various skills/games. 

A truly inspirational guest speaker!

Pupils at Bloxham Church of England Primary School were joined today by a VIP guest - Victoria Prentis, the Attorney General.

Victoria began her visit by answering questions and presenting awards at  Celebration assembly, before joining the Pupil Parliament to discuss issues such as the environment and climate change. 

Victoria commented on the quality of the children's questioning, the high standards of behaviour and the calibre of teachers.