Ladygrove Park Primary School
102%
Capacity
428
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Ladygrove Park Primary School
Ladygrove Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 428 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ladygrove Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Markham, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4247th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 48 in South Oxfordshire.
Ladygrove Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 166 applications for 60 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 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 Ladygrove Park Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Dance, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Book Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Oxfordshire, Ladygrove Park 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 | Avon Way, Didcot, South Oxfordshire, OX11 7GB |
| Headteacher | Andrew Markham |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 428 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.9% |
| School Capacity | 428 / 420 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4247th of 13,686
Nationally
582nd of 2,034
In South East
21st of 48
In South Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
70%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
166
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Avon Way, Didcot
South Oxfordshire, OX11 7GB
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