Orchard Fields Community School
94%
Capacity
422
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Orchard Fields Community School
Orchard Fields Community School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cherwell community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 422 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Orchard Fields Community School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Kearns, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% 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 617th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 45 in Cherwell.
Orchard Fields Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 47 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
Orchard Fields Community School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 71% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Orchard Fields Community School include Library, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cherwell, Orchard Fields Community 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 | Edmunds Road, Banbury, Cherwell, OX16 0QT |
| Headteacher | Sharon Kearns |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 422 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.9% |
| School Capacity | 422 / 450 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Nov 2024): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
617th of 13,686
Nationally
81st of 2,034
In South East
2nd of 45
In Cherwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
86%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
34 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Edmunds Road, Banbury
Cherwell, OX16 0QT
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