Glory Farm Primary School
81%
Capacity
352
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Glory Farm Primary School
Glory Farm Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cherwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 352 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 435 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Glory Farm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane MacLachlan, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6470th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 45 in Cherwell.
Glory Farm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 34 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
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 Glory Farm Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Rounders, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Film Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cherwell, Glory Farm 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hendon Place, Bicester, Cherwell, OX26 4YJ |
| Headteacher | Jane MacLachlan |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 352 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.3% |
| School Capacity | 352 / 435 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6470th of 13,686
Nationally
914th of 2,034
In South East
21st of 45
In Cherwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
64%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hendon Place, Bicester
Cherwell, OX26 4YJ
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