Longworth Primary School
75%
Capacity
79
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About Longworth Primary School
Longworth Primary School is a state-funded Christian primary school serving the Vale of White Horse community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 79 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Longworth Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Neil Wilson, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 100% 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 22nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 47 in Vale of White Horse.
Longworth Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 15 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Longworth Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Coding, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Vale of White Horse, Longworth 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Christian |
| Address | School Close, Abingdon, Vale of White Horse, OX13 5EU |
| Headteacher | Neil Wilson |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 79 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.3% |
| School Capacity | 79 / 105 (75% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (100%)
22nd of 13,686
Nationally
3rd of 2,034
In South East
1st of 47
In Vale of White Horse
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
100%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
100%
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
7Facilities 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
58
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 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.
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Contact Information
School Close, Abingdon
Vale of White Horse, OX13 5EU
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