Dry Sandford Primary School
69%
Capacity
97
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Dry Sandford Primary School
Dry Sandford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Vale of White Horse community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 97 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Dry Sandford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie Friday, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10818th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 47 in Vale of White Horse.
Dry Sandford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 12 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dry Sandford Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Vale of White Horse, Dry Sandford 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Lashford Lane, Abingdon, Vale of White Horse, OX13 6EE |
| Headteacher | Katie Friday |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 97 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.3% |
| School Capacity | 97 / 140 (69% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10818th of 13,686
Nationally
1627th of 2,034
In South East
38th of 47
In Vale of White Horse
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
50%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lashford Lane, Abingdon
Vale of White Horse, OX13 6EE
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