Welcome to BGN school

BGN is a popular, over-subscribed, Catholic School in Banbury.  It has an excellent reputation for both academic achievement and student welfare, with our team being at the heart of our success.  We have a wonderful track record of academic excellence, preparing our students for a successful future, and this starts with ensuring we recruit high quality staff into our school. 

Compassion, Respect, Truth, Service, Forgiveness

As a Catholic school, these five Gospel values are at the centre of everything we do.  BGN is a school where staff and students are ‘known, valued, challenged and supported’.  This is reflected in the way pastoral care of our staff is delivered, offering a caring community and an environment in which both staff and students can be the best they can be. 

At BGN it is important for us to carefully manage the work-life balance of our team and therefore we offer collaborative PPA time every Wednesday afternoon from 2.30-4 pm.  This gives our teaching staff the opportunity to work in departmental teams to develop and share common resources.  Our mantra is you should always feel part of the team, especially in the classroom.

As our teachers progress further with their career at BGN, many opt to undertake a National Professional Qualification supported by the school, and this is open to all staff at different stages of their careers.  We will work with you to structure your career progression pathway and professional development.

BGN is a thriving school where laughter is often heard and respect for each individual is regularly demonstrated.  Our Catholic faith is the source from which we draw our strength and the root of all our success.

Please get in touch if you would like further information about our school or to arrange a visit and we look forward to receiving your application.

Ms Niamh Dolan, Headteacher

“Pupils are keen to describe what it means to be part of this thoughtful and inclusive school.  Making friends, enjoying l earning and showing kindness are part of everyday life…  They know staff have the highest expectations of them in terms of their conduct and they consistently strive to meet these…  There is a common understanding of the importance of working together as a school community to ensure that all pupils receive the very best education.” [Ofsted Inspection, November 2022]

“A strong sense of community is led by highly committed staff at all levels, who work hard to ensure Blessed George Napier Catholic School is an inclusive, loving community.“ [CSI Inspection, September 2023]