King's Meadow Primary School
95%
Capacity
434
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About King's Meadow Primary School
King's Meadow 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 434 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 455 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated King's Meadow Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsay Daulton, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7701st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 45 in Cherwell.
King's Meadow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 139 applications for 51 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
King's Meadow Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (86 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 King's Meadow Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Chess, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cherwell, King's Meadow 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 | Shakespeare Drive, Bicester, Cherwell, OX26 2LU |
| Headteacher | Lindsay Daulton |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 434 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.4% |
| School Capacity | 434 / 455 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7701st of 13,686
Nationally
1100th of 2,034
In South East
25th of 45
In Cherwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
86 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
139
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About King's Meadow Primary School
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Contact Information
Shakespeare Drive, Bicester
Cherwell, OX26 2LU
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