St John's Primary School
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About St John's Primary School
St John's Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St John's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Linfield, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12003rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 48 in South Oxfordshire.
St John's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 29 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John's Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Film Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Oxfordshire, St John's 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | St John's Road, Wallingford, South Oxfordshire, OX10 9AG |
| Headteacher | Claire Linfield |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.7% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 May 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12003rd of 13,686
Nationally
1793rd of 2,034
In South East
43rd of 48
In South Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
43%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
96
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's Primary School
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Contact Information
St John's Road, Wallingford
South Oxfordshire, OX10 9AG
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