Hanwell Fields Community School
109%
Capacity
456
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Hanwell Fields Community School
Hanwell Fields Community School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cherwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 456 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hanwell Fields Community School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alex Pearson, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7997th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 45 in Cherwell.
Hanwell Fields Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 59 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
Hanwell Fields Community School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (79 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 Hanwell Fields Community School include Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Athletics, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cherwell, Hanwell Fields Community 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 | Rotary Way, Banbury, Cherwell, OX16 1ER |
| Headteacher | Alex Pearson |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 456 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.7% |
| School Capacity | 456 / 420 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
7997th of 13,686
Nationally
1169th of 2,034
In South East
27th of 45
In Cherwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
79 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
146
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
65 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hanwell Fields Community School
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Contact Information
Rotary Way, Banbury
Cherwell, OX16 1ER
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