Dunmore Primary School
103%
Capacity
431
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Dunmore Primary School
Dunmore Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Vale of White Horse community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 431 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dunmore Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samuel Bartholomew, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12537th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 47 in Vale of White Horse.
Dunmore Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 135 applications for 53 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
Dunmore Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dunmore Primary School include Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Athletics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Art Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Vale of White Horse, Dunmore 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Northcourt Road, Abingdon, Vale of White Horse, OX14 1NR |
| Headteacher | Samuel Bartholomew |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 431 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.3% |
| School Capacity | 431 / 420 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12537th of 13,686
Nationally
1860th of 2,034
In South East
42nd 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
40%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
40%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
135
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Northcourt Road, Abingdon
Vale of White Horse, OX14 1NR
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