Chalgrove Community Primary School
105%
Capacity
221
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Chalgrove Community Primary School
Chalgrove Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 221 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chalgrove Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gareth Alcott, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6065th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 48 in South Oxfordshire.
Chalgrove Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 26 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Chalgrove Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (63 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chalgrove Community Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Eco Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Oxfordshire, Chalgrove Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | High Street, Oxford, South Oxfordshire, OX44 7ST |
| Headteacher | Gareth Alcott |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.5% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 210 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6065th of 13,686
Nationally
854th of 2,034
In South East
26th of 48
In South Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
63 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed26
36
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
High Street, Oxford
South Oxfordshire, OX44 7ST
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