Larkrise Primary School
96%
Capacity
430
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Larkrise Primary School
Larkrise Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oxford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 430 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Larkrise Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jon Gray, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9704th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 31 in Oxford.
Larkrise Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 155 applications for 60 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Larkrise Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Athletics, Football, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oxford, Larkrise 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 | Boundary Brook Road, Oxford, Oxford, OX4 4AN |
| Headteacher | Jon Gray |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 430 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.2% |
| School Capacity | 430 / 450 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9704th of 13,686
Nationally
1437th of 2,034
In South East
22nd of 31
In Oxford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
54%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
155
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Boundary Brook Road, Oxford
Oxford, OX4 4AN
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