Queensway School
103%
Capacity
434
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Queensway School
Queensway School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cherwell community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 434 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Queensway School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Horbury-Jakeman, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3047th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 45 in Cherwell.
Queensway School is a popular choice with families — it received 136 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe 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 Queensway School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Library, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Cricket, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Drama, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cherwell, Queensway 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Brantwood Rise, Banbury, Cherwell, OX16 9NF |
| Headteacher | Sarah Horbury-Jakeman |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 434 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.0% |
| School Capacity | 434 / 420 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Aug 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3047th of 13,686
Nationally
402nd of 2,034
In South East
8th of 45
In Cherwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
74%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
136
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brantwood Rise, Banbury
Cherwell, OX16 9NF
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