Stanton Harcourt CofE Primary School
76%
Capacity
99
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Stanton Harcourt CofE Primary School
Stanton Harcourt CofE 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 99 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stanton Harcourt CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Faye Tingley, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 472nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
Stanton Harcourt CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 7 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
Stanton Harcourt CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (33 responses).
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 Stanton Harcourt CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, Stanton Harcourt CofE 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 | Main Road, Witney, West Oxfordshire, OX29 5RJ |
| Headteacher | Faye Tingley |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 99 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.7% |
| School Capacity | 99 / 130 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
472nd of 13,686
Nationally
58th of 2,034
In South East
2nd of 44
In West Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
88%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
25
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stanton Harcourt CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Main Road, Witney
West Oxfordshire, OX29 5RJ
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