Our Lady's Cowley

Our Lady's Cowley Our Lady's Primary School is a Catholic school in the city of Oxford. It was founded in 1932 by the Salesian FMA sisters.

It is now a 1.5 form entry school which is part of the Pope Francis Multi Academy Company.

27/09/2026

🌍 Our students go places!

From Rome, Kenya and Belgium to our annual Thorpe Park Rewards Trip, life at Greyfriars reaches far beyond the classroom.

Come and discover where Greyfriars could take your child.

📍 Open Evening
📅 Thursday 1 October | 6–8pm
✅ No booking needed

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27/09/2026

Come and join us at our open evening on Thursday 1st October.

28/08/2026

Returning to school after a break can be a significant adjustment for children and young people, particularly when routines, concentration and social confidence need time to rebuild.

Our latest guide supports families, carers and education professionals with practical ways to make the transition smoother.

The guide explores:
• Restoring sleep and morning routines gradually
• Creating predictability through clear expectations
• Preparing school essentials in advance
• Encouraging responsibility in age-appropriate ways
• Supporting healthy nutrition, wellbeing and self-regulation
• Reconnecting with learning, friendships and familiar routines

With expert insight from Adam Gillett, Associate Vice Principal for Personal Development at Pen*stone Grammar School, this resource offers supportive ideas to help children return to school feeling more confident and prepared.

Access the guide: https://vist.ly/5g6hq

01/07/2026

Screens are now part of everyday family life, but for very young children, clear and predictable boundaries can help screen time feel calm rather than constant.

Our latest guide shares practical advice for families, nurseries and early years settings on supporting healthier digital habits for under-fives.

The guide covers:
• Choosing age-appropriate content
• Protecting bedtime routines
• Keeping devices in shared spaces
• Co-viewing and talking about what children see
• Using simple scripts and transition warnings
• Modelling balanced device use as adults

With supportive tips and realistic routines, this guide helps adults manage screen time with greater confidence.

Read the guide here: https://vist.ly/59nif

13/05/2026

Online grooming is a serious and growing threat, with offenders using a range of tactics to build trust with children and young people before exploiting that relationship.

This can happen across social media, gaming platforms, messaging apps and group chats, often through fake identities, flattery, gifts or pressure.

Our latest guide highlights key risks, including:
• Strangers using fake identities
• Exploitation through gifts and flattery
• Group chats creating hidden pathways
• Gaming platforms becoming grooming gateways
• Sextortion, criminal grooming and radicalisation

The guide also offers practical advice for parents and educators on recognising warning signs, understanding the platforms children use and creating open, regular conversations.

Download the guide here: https://vist.ly/53zbc

06/05/2026

Neurodivergent children are often early adopters of technology, making supported online experiences especially important.

Our latest guide helps parents and educators understand how to create safe, positive digital environments.

It explores key considerations, including:
• Modelling responsible online behaviour
• Setting age-appropriate boundaries
• Encouraging open and supportive conversations
• Understanding emerging risks such as AI-generated content

The guide also highlights the importance of balancing screen time with offline activities to support wellbeing and development.

Download the guide here: https://vist.ly/536kq

26/11/2025

TikTok is one of the world's favourite short-video apps but behind the dances and viral challenges are real risks; including inappropriate content, data misuse and addictive scrolling.

Our latest guide uncovers TikTok’s hidden hazards and shares expert advice to help parents and educators keep the experience safe and positive. Because TikTok should be fun, not frightening.

Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4f2zf

22/10/2025

Still top of the leaderboard 🎯🎮

Fortnite’s newest season adds fresh content – and fresh risks. From spending to screen time, our guide has the tips every parent and carer should know.

Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4bakm

08/10/2025

Support children through adversity 💛

This week’s guide offers compassionate advice to help young people navigate traumatic and challenging events.

Download your FREE copy here: https://vist.ly/49nng

24/09/2025

1 in 4 young people in the UK are affected by youth violence – our guide with advice from the Ben Kinsella Trust offers expert advice to help parents and teachers keep children safe.

Download your FREE copy here 👉 https://vist.ly/47wwn

Address

Oxford Road
Oxford
OX42LF

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+441865779176

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