JOHN BLANDY VC PRIMARY SCHOOL in Oxfordshire, Abingdon

Education Centre Information: John Blandy VC Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Controlled School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Oxfordshire
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Town and Fringe - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: None
Nursery Provider: Has Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 154
Number of boys: 82
Number of girls: 72
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

John Blandy VC Primary School was first established in 1735 by John Blandy, squire of the village and Lord of the Manor of Kingston Bagpuize. He and his son left money for the education of navigation to boys who wished to go to sea. The present school buildings were opened in 1968 and consist of five classrooms, a hall, work areas, a library area, changing rooms and a kitchen. Later in 1968, a swimming pool was added. These buildings were opened by Professor John Blandy, as was the nursery extension in 1996. The grounds contain two playgrounds, sports fields, a pond and two environmental study areas. The school participates in sports competitions with other schools. The Friends of John Blandy raise funds and organise community events such as fetes, the village quiz and the village bonfire. Children at the school have raised money for a variety of causes including Cancer Research, Readathon and Kosovo.