Thameside Primary School
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Thameside Primary School
Thameside Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Vale of White Horse community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thameside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Youngman, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 21% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13536th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 47 in Vale of White Horse.
Thameside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 22 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thameside Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Choir, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Vale of White Horse, Thameside 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Cotman Close, Abingdon, Vale of White Horse, OX14 5NL |
| Headteacher | Laura Youngman |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.3% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (21%)
13536th of 13,686
Nationally
2017th of 2,034
In South East
47th of 47
In Vale of White Horse
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
21%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
21%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cotman Close, Abingdon
Vale of White Horse, OX14 5NL
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