Kirtlington Church of England Primary School
88%
Capacity
106
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Kirtlington Church of England Primary School
Kirtlington Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cherwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 106 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 120 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kirtlington Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kyla Bates, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10788th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 45 in Cherwell.
Kirtlington Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 15 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kirtlington Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Chess, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cherwell, Kirtlington 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Heyford Road, Oxford, Cherwell, OX5 3HL |
| Headteacher | Kyla Bates |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 106 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.3% |
| School Capacity | 106 / 120 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10788th of 13,686
Nationally
1619th of 2,034
In South East
40th of 45
In Cherwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
38%
Higher Standard
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
48
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kirtlington Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Heyford Road, Oxford
Cherwell, OX5 3HL
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