Culworth Church of England Primary Academy
96%
Capacity
101
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Culworth Church of England Primary Academy
Culworth Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Northamptonshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 101 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Culworth Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Janet Robinson, it falls under West Northamptonshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9758th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 103rd out of 134 in West Northamptonshire.
Culworth Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 9 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
Culworth Church of England Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Culworth Church of England Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Northamptonshire, Culworth Church of England Primary Academy is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Culworth, Culworth C of E School, Banbury, West Northamptonshire, OX17 2BB |
| Headteacher | Janet Robinson |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Number of Pupils | 101 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 101 / 105 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9758th of 13,686
Nationally
930th of 1,353
In East Midlands
103rd of 134
In West Northamptonshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
41 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
18
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Culworth Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Culworth, Culworth C of E School, Banbury
West Northamptonshire, OX17 2BB
Culworth, Culworth C of E School, Banbury
West Northamptonshire, OX17 2BB
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