Dr South's Church of England Primary School
80%
Capacity
96
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Dr South's Church of England Primary School
Dr South's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cherwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 96 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 120 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dr South's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Watson, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5132nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 45 in Cherwell.
Dr South's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 15 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
Dr South's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (51 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 Dr South's Church of England Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Football, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cherwell, Dr South's 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bletchingdon Road, Kidlington, Cherwell, OX5 2TQ |
| Headteacher | Helen Watson |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 96 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.3% |
| School Capacity | 96 / 120 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 18 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5132nd of 13,686
Nationally
713th of 2,034
In South East
14th of 45
In Cherwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
51 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr South's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Bletchingdon Road, Kidlington
Cherwell, OX5 2TQ
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