Orchard Meadow Primary School
46%
Capacity
217
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Orchard Meadow Primary School
Orchard Meadow Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Oxford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (46% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Orchard Meadow Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emilie Fidler, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10744th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 31 in Oxford.
Orchard Meadow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 16 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 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 Orchard Meadow Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Tennis, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Eco Club, Drama, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oxford, Orchard Meadow 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 | None |
| Address | Wesley Close, Oxford, Oxford, OX4 6BG |
| Headteacher | Emilie Fidler |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.2% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 472 (46% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10744th of 13,686
Nationally
1612th of 2,034
In South East
26th of 31
In Oxford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
32%
'23/24
50%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wesley Close, Oxford
Oxford, OX4 6BG
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