Standlake Church of England Primary School
70%
Capacity
118
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Standlake Church of England Primary School
Standlake Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 118 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Standlake Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Penny McCarthy, 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 7163rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
Standlake Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 13 places, making it 3.2x 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 Standlake Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Science Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, Standlake Church of England 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church End, Standlake Ce Primary School, Standlake, West Oxfordshire, OX29 7SQ |
| Headteacher | Penny McCarthy |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 118 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.8% |
| School Capacity | 118 / 168 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7163rd of 13,686
Nationally
1013th of 2,034
In South East
22nd 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
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
62%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
42
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church End, Standlake Ce Primary School, Standlake
West Oxfordshire, OX29 7SQ
Church End, Standlake Ce Primary School, Standlake
West Oxfordshire, OX29 7SQ
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