Gateway Primary School
90%
Capacity
282
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Gateway Primary School
Gateway Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 282 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Gateway Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kayleigh Anstee, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10085th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
Gateway Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 45 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gateway Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Book Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, Gateway 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 | Netheravon Close, Carterton, West Oxfordshire, OX18 3SF |
| Headteacher | Kayleigh Anstee |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 282 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 282 / 315 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10085th of 13,686
Nationally
1508th of 2,034
In South East
29th of 44
In West Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
53%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
104
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gateway Primary School
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Contact Information
Netheravon Close, Carterton
West Oxfordshire, OX18 3SF
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