Sibford Gower Endowed Primary School
69%
Capacity
97
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Sibford Gower Endowed Primary School
Sibford Gower Endowed Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cherwell community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 97 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sibford Gower Endowed Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane O'Sullivan, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5252nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 45 in Cherwell.
Sibford Gower Endowed Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 12 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 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 Sibford Gower Endowed Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cherwell, Sibford Gower Endowed 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 | Acre Ditch, Banbury, Cherwell, OX15 5RW |
| Headteacher | Jane O'Sullivan |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 97 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.0% |
| School Capacity | 97 / 140 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5252nd of 13,686
Nationally
726th of 2,034
In South East
17th of 45
In Cherwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
67%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
29
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Acre Ditch, Banbury
Cherwell, OX15 5RW
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