Kingham Primary School
95%
Capacity
224
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Kingham Primary School
Kingham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 224 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kingham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicholas Prockter, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 536th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
Kingham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 29 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
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 Kingham Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Gardening, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, Kingham 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 | Kingham Primary School, Kingham, West Oxfordshire, OX7 6YD |
| Headteacher | Nicholas Prockter |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 224 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.2% |
| School Capacity | 224 / 236 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
536th of 13,686
Nationally
70th of 2,034
In South East
3rd of 44
In West Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
33%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
87%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kingham Primary School, Kingham
West Oxfordshire, OX7 6YD
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