St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School
108%
Capacity
454
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School
St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 454 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Mark Smith, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7132nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 60 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (72 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School include Forest School, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Art Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, St John the Evangelist CofE VA 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Bluebell Way, St John the Evangelists Ce (Va) Primary School, Carterton, West Oxfordshire, OX18 1JF |
| Headteacher | Mark Smith |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 454 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.9% |
| School Capacity | 454 / 420 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (14 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7132nd of 13,686
Nationally
1003rd of 2,034
In South East
21st of 44
In West Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
72 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
7Facilities 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
118
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School
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Contact Information
Bluebell Way, St John the Evangelists Ce (Va) Primary School, Carterton
West Oxfordshire, OX18 1JF
Bluebell Way, St John the Evangelists Ce (Va) Primary School, Carterton
West Oxfordshire, OX18 1JF
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