Garsington Church of England Primary School
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Garsington Church of England Primary School
Garsington Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Garsington Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Zara d'Archambaud, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 628th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 48 in South Oxfordshire.
Garsington Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 23 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Garsington Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (88 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Garsington Church of England Primary School include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Oxfordshire, Garsington 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Wheatley Road, Oxford, South Oxfordshire, OX44 9EW |
| Headteacher | Zara d'Archambaud |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.6% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
628th of 13,686
Nationally
84th of 2,034
In South East
5th of 48
In South Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
86%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
88 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed23
69
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Garsington Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Wheatley Road, Oxford
South Oxfordshire, OX44 9EW
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