S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors, Headington
We take the greatest care as we look after the families of Headington.
About our Headington funeral home
We are S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors in Headington. We are here to arrange a personal and unique farewell for your loved one that will celebrate their life in a way that is special to you and your family.
We cater for all kinds of funerals; no matter what faith or culture, we will always be able to help you. If you think an alternative style of funeral is most fitting, then you can put your trust in our dedicated team to make arrangements, for example, with a woodland or green burial. It is a privilege to serve our cherished community with expertise and uncompromising compassion, because we want nothing more than to help local families when they need it most.
We are Dignity funeral directors, which means you can expect impeccable standards for our funeral services, care and facilities.
We are here for you, no matter what. Please give us a call at any hour, day or night.
We cater for all kinds of funerals; no matter what faith or culture, we will always be able to help you. If you think an alternative style of funeral is most fitting, then you can put your trust in our dedicated team to make arrangements, for example, with a woodland or green burial. It is a privilege to serve our cherished community with expertise and uncompromising compassion, because we want nothing more than to help local families when they need it most.
We are Dignity funeral directors, which means you can expect impeccable standards for our funeral services, care and facilities.
We are here for you, no matter what. Please give us a call at any hour, day or night.
What we offer
- Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
- Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
- Local expertise and knowledge
- Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
- Funeral services of all faiths and cultures
- Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
- Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
- Memorials and tributes
- Prepaid funeral plans
Funeral Services with distinction
We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UK's finest funeral directors, with each and every one committed to setting superior standards.
Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.
Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.
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99 per cent of families said that Dignity met or exceeded their expectations.
97.7%
97.7 per cent of people said that they would recommend Dignity.
Our funeral services
With two packages available, we will arrange a funeral for your loved one suited to your requirements. Whether it's a traditional or a more contemporary service, you have unlimited choice with our Full Service Funeral. If a little flexibility with the arrangements is not a problem, a Simple Funeral at a lower cost may be preferable.
Full Service Funeral in Headington, from £3,545
Simple Funeral Service in Headington, from £1,995
Where to find us
Address
Pharmacy House
69 London Road
Headington OX3 9AA
GB
Directions and Parking
We are on the junction of London Road and Osler Road. We are located opposite the Royal Standard pub.
There is a car park at the rear of our funeral home which you can use free of charge.
There is a car park at the rear of our funeral home which you can use free of charge.
Funeral Home Opening Times
Our staff are available 24 hours a day on 01865 427272 if you require our services outside of these hours.
| Day of the Week | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Supporting you along the way
We understand that there is a lot to think about, so if you do need assistance with your loved one's funeral arrangements, our funeral experts will offer you all the support you need.
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What to do when someone dies
It’s perfectly normal to be unsure of what you need to do following the death of a loved one. These step-by-step guides will carefully explain everything you need to when someone dies, helping you through each stage of the process.Find out more![Planning a funeral]()
Planning a funeral
Our guides on planning a funeral will ensure your loved one's send off is a personal and unique celebration of their life. We will explain how our Funeral Directors will help you plan a funeral service and support you at every stage.Find out more![The funeral service]()
The day of the funeral
This guide will explain what happens at a funeral; including the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service and the wake. We will be here to help you through every step of the journey.Find out more
Frequently asked questions
- When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.Learn More:
- You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.
- Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.Learn More:
- If you choose to arrange the funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. We will set it up for you using the details discussed during the arrangements. All we need is an email address.Learn More:
- Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.Learn More:
Reviews of our services
based on 19 reviews
February 7, 2020
Rating 5.0
My family and I , can’t thank you enough for the service you provided, on these occasions you need
support & care which you gave in abundance, I have to say how brilliant Chanelle was through the
whole procedure, the way she organised everything, with care , understanding, politeness, & very
professional. I can’t thank her enough, she is a credit to your firm, and all your staff.
Thank you, Robin.
support & care which you gave in abundance, I have to say how brilliant Chanelle was through the
whole procedure, the way she organised everything, with care , understanding, politeness, & very
professional. I can’t thank her enough, she is a credit to your firm, and all your staff.
Thank you, Robin.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
February 10, 2020
I am glad you chose S & R Childs Funeral Directors to take care of your loved one and our staff went above and beyond to deliver the service you expected.
November 21, 2019
Rating 5.0
I & my family were very happy with all of the contacts we had with everyone at the above Funeral Directors. The help from the first telephone call to completion, was very professional, caring & compassionate. All our wishes were carried out as requested. The advice with composing the service as a celebration of our much loved family members life was very much appreciated, as was the eulogy delivered by the Celebrant. Friend`s & relatives all said what a lovely professional event it was & asked who had arranged it.
A huge thank you to you all for making everything so much easier for us at such a sad time.
A huge thank you to you all for making everything so much easier for us at such a sad time.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
November 22, 2019
Thank you for an exceptional review. I am pleased to hear that our team were so accommodating and their recommendations were helpful and that all of your wishes and requirements were carried out as you had requested.
November 4, 2019
Rating 5.0
Our Director was a very pleasant man and sympathetic to our grief. He was very patient when finding a date for the funeral even when a call to another relative was involved. He took us through all the usual options and was not fazed at all when we wanted to veer off the norm and take the service ourselves. The Funeral Notice provided by the company was slightly incorrect but was changed within minutes of my e-mail. It was uploadable to social media or could be inserted in the newspaper.
The Funeral Director was available on the phone to answer any queries that came up between the first meeting and the funeral date. The flowers were excellent and the charity collection was well organised. We can recommend the service wholeheartedly. Thank you
The Funeral Director was available on the phone to answer any queries that came up between the first meeting and the funeral date. The flowers were excellent and the charity collection was well organised. We can recommend the service wholeheartedly. Thank you
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
November 5, 2019
Thank you for your 5* review. Your feedback is valued and I am happy that we were able to provide you with the knowledge and understanding of a difficult situation and make things easier for you. We also note that your Funeral Notice had to be changed and this was done at speed. Your comments allow us to make sure that we are providing the highest level of support to our families and thank you again for your 5* review.
October 9, 2019
Rating 5.0
Planning a funeral can be so traumatic but we felt in tune with Cliff and his team at S and R Child’s straight away.
Cliff seemed to understand the style of event we had in mind and helped us to achieve our goals. He suggested the ideal lady to conduct the ceremony and helped so much with sourcing the music, which was of great importance to us.
I would not hesitate in recommending S and R Childs to the highest degree
M Irving
Cliff seemed to understand the style of event we had in mind and helped us to achieve our goals. He suggested the ideal lady to conduct the ceremony and helped so much with sourcing the music, which was of great importance to us.
I would not hesitate in recommending S and R Childs to the highest degree
M Irving
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
October 10, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am pleased that you had the trust and confidence in our team to be able to deliver the service you expected.
August 29, 2019
Rating 5.0
Fully professional and sympathetic service. Arrangements were very straightforward.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
August 29, 2019
Our team are here to provide the highest level of service for you and we are happy this was achieved. Thank you for posting your online review.
June 19, 2019
Rating 4.0
All staff over the phone and in person were friendly and professional. They made me feel at ease and answered my numerous questions that came up or they got back to me with answers if they didn't know.
Also they were very helpful at keeping me informed and negotiating with the Coroner and GP etc.
Even if the named director was not available a message was taken and they always made an effort to get back to me. I appreciate the effort they made in the run up to the funeral and they were helpful on the day.
I have had no contact since the funeral I think that might have been nice just to check everything was ok the only reason I didn't give 5 stars.
Also they were very helpful at keeping me informed and negotiating with the Coroner and GP etc.
Even if the named director was not available a message was taken and they always made an effort to get back to me. I appreciate the effort they made in the run up to the funeral and they were helpful on the day.
I have had no contact since the funeral I think that might have been nice just to check everything was ok the only reason I didn't give 5 stars.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
June 21, 2019
Thank you kindly for your review. I am sorry to hear that you were dissatisfied with the level of contact following the service. If you would like to discuss this further please do not hesitate to contact client relations on 08007837171.
April 30, 2019
Rating 5.0
Everything was carried out to a very kind and compassionate way. Would recommend them
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
May 1, 2019
Thank you for posting your review online. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time and that all of the arrangements were carried out to your satisfaction.
April 2, 2019
Rating 5.0
A very difficult time was made easier by the professional service given throughout. Thank you.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
April 2, 2019
Thank you for posting your review online. I am glad we were able to provide you with the support and guidance needed and that we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time.
March 4, 2019
Rating 5.0
At what is obviously a hard time for all concerned, S&R Childs dealt with everything incredibly well, we couldn't have been more pleased with their service. Thank you.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
March 4, 2019
Thank you for sharing your experience with us on your online review. I am pleased that you were so well looked after by our team and that we were able to help make things a little easier for you at such a difficult time.
January 23, 2019
Rating 5.0
We were very pleased with help and service for our recent loss thank you very much .
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
January 24, 2019
Thank you for posting your review online. I am pleased that all of the arrangements were carried out to your satisfaction.
December 13, 2018
Rating 5.0
Very good service, everything arranged efficiantly.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
December 14, 2018
Thank you for posting your review online. I am pleased that all of the arrangements were carried out to your satisfaction.
December 4, 2018
Rating 5.0
The staff were very professional and provided a helpful service with care and respect.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
December 5, 2018
Thank you for sharing your experience with us on your online review. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time and that you were so well looked after by our team.
November 28, 2018
Rating 5.0
Excellent service, kindness and compassion shown throughout. At a time when you are in shock and very upset, it was wonderful to receive such support. Cliff was a real tower of strength. He gave us superb service, and was so kind and understanding. He made everything seamless He reassured us that he would take care of everything - and he did. He was supportive, helpful and very patient. He dealt with everything superbly, and ensured that all our dear friend's wishes were fulfilled. Nothing phased him, and he sorted everything out perfectly. He gave us brilliant customer service, and dealt with everything expediently and professionally - a tough thing to do at a time when his customers are bereaved and so upset. He liaised with the church and crematorium for us. He has a lovely nature, a great manner, and an ability to make everyone feel special. Cliff treats people with respect and dignity, and makes time for them. We cannot thank him enough, and recommend your company wholeheartedly.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
November 29, 2018
Thank you for sharing your experience with us and for the kind comments posted on your online review. I am pleased that we provided the highest level of care and guidance and that all of your wishes and requirements were carried out by the team as you had requested.
November 9, 2018
Rating 5.0
The service we received was courteous, kind and efficient. Staff were flexible and sensitive in their dealings with us at a very difficult time.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
November 9, 2018
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. I am pleased that you were so well looked after by our team and that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time.
October 23, 2018
Rating 5.0
My family would like to thank SR Child’s of Headington for their very professional manner from the first contact, when our mum past away, right through to collecting her ashes. We would highly recommended their services.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
October 24, 2018
Thank you for the kind comments posted on your online review. I am pleased that we were able to look after you and your family at this difficult time and that we were able to provide you with the support and guidance needed.
September 19, 2018
Rating 5.0
Great and very quick service. No hassle at all. Very well organised and perfect time sense. Thanks a lot Cliff.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
September 20, 2018
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am pleased that you were so well looked after by our team at this difficult time.
September 19, 2018
Rating 5.0
Every thing was done with tact and care hitting just the right balance, not too gloomy with gentle humour added at the right moment. Cliff was fantastic, making sure that everything ran smoothly and exactly as we had requested. It meant that I was able to concentrate on saying farewell to my father in just the right way. The service they provided could not have been better.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
September 19, 2018
Thank you for posting your online review. I am pleased that our team provided the highest level of care and guidance at this difficult time, and that the arrangements for your father were carried out to your satisfaction.
August 18, 2018
Rating 5.0
I found the director to be very helpful and curteous
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
August 20, 2018
We have received your online review. I am pleased that the arrangements for your father were carried out to your satisfaction.
August 13, 2018
Rating 5.0
The staff were very efficient and dealt with our request sympathetically regarding our Father.
The on,y disappointment was with the floral tribute which we wanted to take to the local Church in Ambrosden but as the flowers has begun to wilt and the littlest turned brown in two days, this was not able to be carried out.
The on,y disappointment was with the floral tribute which we wanted to take to the local Church in Ambrosden but as the flowers has begun to wilt and the littlest turned brown in two days, this was not able to be carried out.
Response from S. & R. Childs Funeral Directors
August 13, 2018
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am glad the branch were able to provide you with the support needed at this difficult time. We always aim to provide the highest level of care to our families and your comments will be taken on board.
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