Eynsham Community Primary School
91%
Capacity
409
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Eynsham Community Primary School
Eynsham Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 409 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Eynsham Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Virginia Bayliss, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 782nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
Eynsham Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 47 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
Eynsham Community Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 3 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (126 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple 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 Eynsham Community Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Athletics, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, Eynsham Community 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 | Beech Road, Witney, West Oxfordshire, OX29 4LJ |
| Headteacher | Virginia Bayliss |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 409 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.7% |
| School Capacity | 409 / 450 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 May 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
782nd of 13,686
Nationally
107th of 2,034
In South East
6th of 44
In West Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
85%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
126 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
59
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (80% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eynsham Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Beech Road, Witney
West Oxfordshire, OX29 4LJ
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