New Marston Primary School
86%
Capacity
283
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About New Marston Primary School
New Marston Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oxford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 283 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 330 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated New Marston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Vlachonikolis, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1948th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 31 in Oxford.
New Marston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 30 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
New Marston Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at New Marston Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Chess, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oxford, New Marston 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | New Marston Primary School, Copse Lane, Oxford, Oxford, OX3 0AY |
| Headteacher | Rachel Vlachonikolis |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 283 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.9% |
| School Capacity | 283 / 330 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1948th of 13,686
Nationally
265th of 2,034
In South East
4th of 31
In Oxford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
78%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
113
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Marston Primary School
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Contact Information
New Marston Primary School, Copse Lane, Oxford
Oxford, OX3 0AY
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