Great Tew County Primary School
97%
Capacity
102
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Great Tew County Primary School
Great Tew County 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 102 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Great Tew County Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lynn Jenkins, 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 6315th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
Great Tew County Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 15 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Great Tew County Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (55 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Great Tew County Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Athletics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, Great Tew County 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 | Great Tew, Chipping Norton, West Oxfordshire, OX7 4DB |
| Headteacher | Lynn Jenkins |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 102 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.9% |
| School Capacity | 102 / 105 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6315th of 13,686
Nationally
897th of 2,034
In South East
19th of 44
In West Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
55 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
56
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Great Tew County Primary School
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Contact Information
Great Tew, Chipping Norton
West Oxfordshire, OX7 4DB
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