Bampton CofE Primary School
90%
Capacity
188
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Bampton CofE Primary School
Bampton CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 188 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bampton CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carol Phillips, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 25% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13469th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
Bampton CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 21 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bampton CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Rounders, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, Bampton CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bowling Green Close, Bampton, West Oxfordshire, OX18 2NJ |
| Headteacher | Carol Phillips |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 188 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 188 / 210 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (25%)
13469th of 13,686
Nationally
2012th of 2,034
In South East
44th of 44
In West Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
25%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
31%
'23/24
25%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bowling Green Close, Bampton
West Oxfordshire, OX18 2NJ
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