Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School
71%
Capacity
75
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School
Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 75 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Staples, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 31% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13206th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 48 in South Oxfordshire.
Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 12 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 77% recommending the school (22 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School include Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Oxfordshire, Dorchester St Birinus Church of England 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 | Queen Street, Wallingford, South Oxfordshire, OX10 7HR |
| Headteacher | Joanna Staples |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 75 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.0% |
| School Capacity | 75 / 105 (71% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Apr 2025): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jan 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (31%)
13206th of 13,686
Nationally
1969th of 2,034
In South East
48th of 48
In South Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
31%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
31%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
22 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
36
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School
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Contact Information
Queen Street, Wallingford
South Oxfordshire, OX10 7HR
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