Horspath Church of England Primary School
99%
Capacity
138
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Horspath Church of England Primary School
Horspath 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 138 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Horspath Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Serena Courtney, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3645th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 48 in South Oxfordshire.
Horspath Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 20 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Horspath Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (72 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Horspath Church of England Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Rounders, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Oxfordshire, Horspath 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 | Blenheim Road, Oxford, South Oxfordshire, OX33 1RY |
| Headteacher | Serena Courtney |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 138 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.2% |
| School Capacity | 138 / 140 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 6 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3645th of 13,686
Nationally
495th of 2,034
In South East
20th of 48
In South Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
72 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
62
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Horspath Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Blenheim Road, Oxford
South Oxfordshire, OX33 1RY
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