Northbourne Church of England Primary School
107%
Capacity
338
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Northbourne Church of England Primary School
Northbourne Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 338 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Northbourne Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Denham, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9953rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 48 in South Oxfordshire.
Northbourne Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 44 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Northbourne Church of England Primary School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Art Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Oxfordshire, Northbourne Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Cockcroft Road, Didcot, South Oxfordshire, OX11 8LJ |
| Headteacher | Andrew Denham |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 338 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.2% |
| School Capacity | 338 / 315 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9953rd of 13,686
Nationally
1481st of 2,034
In South East
35th of 48
In South Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
53%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Northbourne Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Cockcroft Road, Didcot
South Oxfordshire, OX11 8LJ
Journey to School
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