Previously S & R Childs Funeral Directors, we have now joined with other funeral homes in Oxfordshire to create Oliver & James Funeral Directors.
Since 1997, we have served the Oxfordshire community with high standards of care for families and their loved ones. We can arrange a funeral which allows family and friends to remember them with dignity and a service which reflects the life they lived in a meaningful manner.
You can find our Kidlington funeral home on the The Parade, adjacent to the Oxford Road. As well as serving the families of Kidlington, we also provide funeral care to the surrounding communities, such as those in the villages of Yarnton, Eynsham and Islip.
We cater for funerals of all faiths and cultures, burial and cremation services, and non-religious funerals. If an alternative funeral is most fitting, then we can arrange for bespoke services, such as woodland burials, green funerals and burials at sea.
To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 01865378888 today.
Meet our team
During this difficult time, we are always here to offer you clear advice and support. The loss of a loved one affects us in different ways, and Rob and the team at our Kidlington funeral directors have the experience and knowledge to provide the right kind of comfort and ensure the funeral is in accordance with your wishes.
Your wellbeing is paramount to us, and we will do everything we can to make a difficult time a little easier for you. Whether you need advice on what to do when someone dies, what your next step in funeral planning should be or you need emotional support, you can rely on Rob to be on hand to help.
With two packages available, we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.
If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.
The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.
Attended Funeral
£2,395
(Includes our Park Coffin)
Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation, doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister
£1,439
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£3,834
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.
Unattended Cremation
£1,295
(Includes our Park Coffin)
(Includes cost of cremation)
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£1,295
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.
Attended Funeral
£2,395
(Includes our Park Coffin)
Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation, doctor's fees and attendance of a celebrant or minister
£1,439
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£3,834
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.
Unattended Cremation
£1,295
(Includes our Park Coffin)
(Includes cost of cremation)
Total estimated cost excluding optional extras
£1,295
The estimated costs above are for cremation only. You can view our standardised price list for a guide, or alternatively call us to discuss a burial.
We are on the parade of shops on Oxford Road, on the opposite side of the road to Sainsbury's.
There are free parking spaces available outside our funeral home.
We were very happy with our experience at R Child’s. Jan was very friendly and knowledgeable and answered all the questions we had and kept us informed at each stage of the process. We would definitely recommend them.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am pleased to hear that you found our staff to be professional and respectful. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time. It has been an honour to look after you and your loved one and to respond sensitively to your specific needs.
Mr Anthony C.
August 8, 2022
We couldn’t have had a better experience at the Kidlington branch. Jan Baker was brilliant from the moment we stepped through the door. At a very difficult time in our life she provided us with comfort, nothing seemed too much to ask and she was always available whenever we needed to speak to her regarding any questions we had. She was highly professional at all times but also made us feel so at ease. Thank you for everything you done for our family over the 3 weeks we were dealing with you we had a beautiful send off for Grampy.
Many thanks
Danielle Taylor
Response from Oliver & James
We appreciate you sharing your experience with us. Your comments will help us to ensure we are providing the right level of care to our families. Our quality of care is something we are proud of and we know what a difference it makes to the families in their time of need. Our whole team are here to give you the utmost compassion and support to each and every client and I am glad they did this for you.
Ms Jane H.
June 10, 2022
Kind, caring and courteous service
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for entrusting us with the care of your Mother. I am pleased to hear that our team were so kind and caring to your family and to hear that the service was carried out to your satisfaction.
Mr David B.
March 4, 2022
Very good levels of service throughout the funeral process. The communication, advise and commitment Child's staff provided was to a high standard.
Response from Oliver & James
We are grateful of receiving your online review. The team will be very pleased to hear that their care and support made a difference to your family.
Mrs Eileen K.
January 5, 2022
Very happy with the arrangements of funeral, communication was really good, everything went according to plan, staff were very courteous throughout, would highly recommend
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for leaving a review online for S & R Childs Funeral Directors. Our whole team are here to give the utmost compassion and support to each and every client and I am glad they did this for you.
Mrs Rosemary N.
September 9, 2021
Very professional staff , compassionate, nothing was to much trouble , they guided us through a very difficult sad time and gave my Mum the dignity she deserved.
I Can’t thank them enough .
Response from Oliver & James
Our quality of care is something we are proud of and we know what a difference it makes to the families in their time of need. Thank you for your 5* review.
Mr Jason F.
June 23, 2021
We were very satisfied with the funeral arrangements from start to finish.
Always kept up to date every step of the way, making it as stress free as it can be.
Highly recommended.
Response from Oliver & James
Your kind words mean a great deal to the team who always work very hard to deliver great care.
Mr Geoffrey E.
June 3, 2021
Both the ladies did an excellent job in regards to organising the funeral. I have no complaints whatsoever and will be using their services again in the future.
Response from Oliver & James
I am pleased to hear that the service was carried out to your satisfaction. Thank you for sharing your experience with us on your online review.
Mrs Susan W.
May 6, 2021
We were really impressed with the service we received at S & R Childs, Kidlington. Everyone we dealt with was compassionate, friendly and professional. The staff listened to our thoughts and requests and helped us to put together a funeral which was perfect for us.
Response from Oliver & James
We are very proud of our team and the care they give and it means the world when we hear from the families that we have looked after. The team will be very pleased to hear that their care and support made a difference to your family.
Mr Timothy T.
April 27, 2021
From the moment contacted S&R Childs we where treated with empathy and at every stage we where talked the details of would would be happening next. We contacted Jan several times and nothing was to much trouble to help us.
Response from Oliver & James
We understand how important it is to keep families informed and I'm pleased that our team did exactly that for you. I am glad that our staff went above and beyond to deliver the service you expected.
Ms Karen R.
March 23, 2021
North oxford crematorium is so peaceful and picturesque. The staff are thoughtful and accommodating.
Made a stressful, upsetting time more bearable
Response from Oliver & James
We are grateful of you using our services to provide something special for your loved one. The team will be very pleased to hear that their care and support made a difference to your family.
Mr Michael H.
February 1, 2021
From the Office to the final day everything went well. It was good to know that at no point was I worried with the arrangement. Thank you
Response from Oliver & James
We are incredibly grateful that you took the time to leave us this review. It’s good to hear that you and the family received helpful guidance through this time and that we managed to make the day run as smoothly as possible for you.
Mrs Mandy B.
December 9, 2019
Cant fault the service provided stanley and Jan couldn't of been more helpful and made a difficult and emotional process feel very relaxed and stress free.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for sharing your experience with us on your online review. Your comments allow us to make sure that we are providing the highest level of support to our families
Mrs Susan E.
September 4, 2019
Throughout this very emotional time the staff at S & R Childs, were sympathetic, respectful, helpful and supportive. As my father died at home it was really important to know how to negotiate the stages up to and including the funeral. They helped at every point, questions were answered and processes put in place quietly and effectively. I would not hesitate to recommend them.
Response from Oliver & James
Our team are here to provide the highest level of service for you and we are happy this was achieved. I am pleased that you had the trust and confidence in our team to be able to deliver the service you expected and glad that you and the family were well cared for.
Mr Peter L.
July 31, 2019
I found everybody very polite, professional and helpful. I had guidance where and when I needed it. Everything went to plan. I would definitely recommend S & R Child when asked.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for the comments left as part of your online review. I am pleased to hear that you found our staff to be professional and respectful and that all of the arrangements were carried out to your satisfaction.
Mrs Patricia C.
February 8, 2019
Sympathetic and professional.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for posting your review online. 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.
Mr James M.
December 12, 2018
I was very happy with the service we received for my mother. S&R Childs were very caring and professional. I would recommend them to others.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for posting your review online. I am glad that all of your wishes and requirements were carried out by the team as you had requested.
Mrs Mandy B.
November 5, 2018
Cant fault the service that we received .
Would recomend then to anyone.
Brilliant service.
Went above and beyond .
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for posting your review online. I am pleased that you were so well looked after by our team and that we were able to help make things easier for you at such a difficult time.
Mrs Jean E.
October 11, 2018
The service I received was extremely good, nothing was too much trouble and all my needs were catered for.
I felt as though I had their support all of the way. I wouldn’t hesitate to use their services again if ever needed. I felt as though I was treated with the upmost compassion at a very difficult time. Thank you so much.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for sharing your experience with us on your online review. I am glad 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 difficult time.
Mrs Helen M.
September 27, 2018
Everything was done, as described, and as requested. We felt the staff went the extra mile on our behalf. We noticed signs of weakness in the efficiency of the business, but the impact on the service we received was minimal.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for your review and your kind comments about our staff. We also appreciate your comments about the efficiency of the business, these will be passed to the Management Team. If you wish to discuss this further please contact our Client Service Manager on 0800 783 7171.
Response from Oliver & James
Thank you for taking the time to send your online review to us. I am pleased to hear that you found our staff to be professional and respectful. I am glad that we were able to provide you with the care and support needed at this time. It has been an honour to look after you and your loved one and to respond sensitively to your specific needs.