Madley Brook Community Primary School
75%
Capacity
235
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Madley Brook Community Primary School
Madley Brook Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 235 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Madley Brook Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Thomas, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6514th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
Madley Brook Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 21 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 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 Madley Brook Community Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Dance, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Drama, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, Madley Brook Community 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 | At the Bronze Barrow, Witney, West Oxfordshire, OX28 1AR |
| Headteacher | Paul Thomas |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 235 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.4% |
| School Capacity | 235 / 315 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6514th of 13,686
Nationally
923rd of 2,034
In South East
20th of 44
In West Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
64%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
70
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
At the Bronze Barrow, Witney
West Oxfordshire, OX28 1AR
Journey to School
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