St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School

St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School, situated in Carterton, Oxfordshire, serves a diverse community of 454 pupils aged 3 to 11. As a voluntary aided Church of England school, it cultivates a nurturing environment grounded in Christian values while embracing inclusivity for students of all faiths and backgrounds. The school operates slightly above its capacity of 420, demonstrating its popularity within the local community. Positioned in a semi-urban area, it offers access to both urban facilities and rural surroundings. The school focuses on early childhood and primary education, with a curriculum designed to stimulate imagination and creative thinking, starting from Nursery. It is led by a dedicated headteacher, Mr. Mark Smith, and a committed team of governors, fostering a supportive atmosphere where each child can 'soar like eagles,' as inspired by its emblem, the golden eagle.