Bloxham Church of England Primary School
83%
Capacity
350
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Bloxham Church of England Primary School
Bloxham Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cherwell community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 350 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Bloxham Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Marshall, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9951st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 45 in Cherwell.
Bloxham Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 22 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Bloxham Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 53% recommending the school (87 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bloxham Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cross Country, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cherwell, Bloxham 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Tadmarton Road, Banbury, Cherwell, OX15 4HP |
| Headteacher | Sarah Marshall |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 350 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.1% |
| School Capacity | 350 / 420 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9951st of 13,686
Nationally
1480th of 2,034
In South East
36th of 45
In Cherwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
87 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bloxham Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Tadmarton Road, Banbury
Cherwell, OX15 4HP
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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