Benson Church of England Primary School
99%
Capacity
313
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Benson Church of England Primary School
Benson Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 313 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Benson Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amy Pearce, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9219th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 48 in South Oxfordshire.
Benson Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 45 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
Benson Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (82 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Benson Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Swimming, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Oxfordshire, Benson Church of England 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 | Oxford Road, Wallingford, South Oxfordshire, OX10 6LX |
| Headteacher | Amy Pearce |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 313 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.6% |
| School Capacity | 313 / 315 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9219th of 13,686
Nationally
1372nd of 2,034
In South East
33rd of 48
In South Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
82 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
82
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Benson Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Oxford Road, Wallingford
South Oxfordshire, OX10 6LX
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