Folly View Primary
85%
Capacity
355
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Folly View Primary
Folly View Primary 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 355 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Folly View Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joseph Rubba, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
Folly View Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 48 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
Folly View Primary has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (46 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Folly View Primary include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Vale of White Horse, Folly View Primary 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 | Preston Place, Faringdon, Vale of White Horse, SN7 7XE |
| Headteacher | Joseph Rubba |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 355 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.5% |
| School Capacity | 355 / 420 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
46 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
87
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Preston Place, Faringdon
Vale of White Horse, SN7 7XE
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