Sandhills Community Primary School
66%
Capacity
217
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Sandhills Community Primary School
Sandhills Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oxford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Sandhills Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kerry Minion, 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 9823rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 31 in Oxford.
Sandhills Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sandhills Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Art Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oxford, Sandhills Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Terrett Avenue, Oxford, Oxford, OX3 8FN |
| Headteacher | Kerry Minion |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.4% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 330 (66% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9823rd of 13,686
Nationally
1453rd of 2,034
In South East
23rd of 31
In Oxford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 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
Terrett Avenue, Oxford
Oxford, OX3 8FN
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