# Sutton Courtenay Church of England Primary School — Abingdon, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Raluca Chende

## Contact

- **Address:** Sutton Courtenay Church of England Primary School, Abingdon, United Kingdom
- **Phone:** 01235 848333
- **Website:** http://www.suttoncourtenayprimary.co.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/abingdon/sutton-courtenay-church-of-england-primary-school-20660

## About

Sutton Courtenay C of E Primary School prides itself on combining traditional values with a modern and vibrant vision. We are in the heart of our local community, welcoming children and families from all faiths, and none. Having close links with the local parish church of All Saints', we have a strong Christian ethos underpinned by a core set of aims and values which is encapsulated in our motto: Love life; love learning; love one another.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Good — Nov 2023
- **Ofsted (Early Years Provision):** Good — Nov 2023
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Requires Improvement — Nov 2023
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Requires Improvement — Nov 2023
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Nov 2023
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Requires Improvement — Nov 2023

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — A Happy and Supportive Learning Environment: We've been at Sutton Courtenay for a year now, and my child has thrived in this happy and supportive learning environment. The teachers are approachable, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic, and the school's focus on 'Love life; love learning; love one another' has helped my child develop a love of learning that extends beyond the classroom. We're grateful for the school's commitment to providing a well-rounded education. *(Mar 2023)*
- **5/5** — A School That Truly Cares: Sutton Courtenay has exceeded our expectations in every way. The staff are passionate, supportive, and dedicated to helping each child reach their full potential. The school's Christian ethos is evident in everything they do, and my child has benefited from the love and care shown by the teachers. We're grateful for the opportunity to be part of this wonderful community. *(Jan 2023)*
- **5/5** — An Amazing School with a Loving Community!: My daughter has been at Sutton Courtenay for 2 years now, and we have been completely blown away by the love, care, and dedication shown by the staff. The values of 'Ready, Respectful, and Responsible' are truly embedded in the school culture, and I've seen my child grow into a confident and kind young person. The renovated nursery classroom is a joy to behold, and the staff's creative approach to learning has made a real difference in my child's educational journey. *(Sep 2022)*
- **3/5** — A Good School with Some Room for Improvement: We had a positive experience at Sutton Courtenay, particularly with the nursery provision. However, as our child progressed through the school, we noticed some inconsistencies in the teaching quality and communication. The values and ethos are still wonderful, and the staff are generally caring and dedicated. Perhaps with some refinement in the older year groups, this school could truly excel. *(Jun 2021)*

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