Combe CofE Primary School
88%
Capacity
105
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Combe CofE Primary School
Combe CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 105 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 119 places).
Ofsted has rated Combe CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Joannou, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% 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 436th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
Combe CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 10 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Combe CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, Combe 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Walk, Witney, West Oxfordshire, OX29 8NQ |
| Headteacher | Rachel Joannou |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 105 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.8% |
| School Capacity | 105 / 119 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Oct 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
436th of 13,686
Nationally
53rd of 2,034
In South East
1st of 44
In West Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
88%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
40
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Combe CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Walk, Witney
West Oxfordshire, OX29 8NQ
Journey to School
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