North Leigh Church of England School
77%
Capacity
162
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About North Leigh Church of England School
North Leigh Church of England School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 162 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated North Leigh Church of England School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben McPherson, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2382nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
North Leigh Church of England School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 22 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at North Leigh Church of England School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Library, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, North Leigh Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Park Road, Witney, West Oxfordshire, OX29 6SS |
| Headteacher | Ben McPherson |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 162 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 162 / 210 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2382nd of 13,686
Nationally
325th of 2,034
In South East
12th of 44
In West Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
76%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About North Leigh Church of England School
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Contact Information
Park Road, Witney
West Oxfordshire, OX29 6SS
Journey to School
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