Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Church of England Primary School
117%
Capacity
176
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Church of England Primary School
Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 176 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (117% of 150 places).
Ofsted has rated Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sue Potts, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 92% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 229th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 48 in South Oxfordshire.
Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 17 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 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 Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Gymnastics, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Drama, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Oxfordshire, Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Greenmere, Wallingford, South Oxfordshire, OX10 0QH |
| Headteacher | Sue Potts |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 176 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.7% |
| School Capacity | 176 / 150 (117% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 14 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (92%)
229th of 13,686
Nationally
31st of 2,034
In South East
1st of 48
In South Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
92%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
92%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
56
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Greenmere, Wallingford
South Oxfordshire, OX10 0QH
Journey to School
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