The Blake Church of England Primary School
87%
Capacity
366
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About The Blake Church of England Primary School
The Blake Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 366 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated The Blake Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Timothy Edwards-Grundy, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5526th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
The Blake Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 53 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
The Blake Church of England Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 3 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (119 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Blake Church of England Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Coding, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, The Blake 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Cogges Hill Road, Witney, West Oxfordshire, OX28 3FR |
| Headteacher | Timothy Edwards-Grundy |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 366 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.1% |
| School Capacity | 366 / 420 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5526th of 13,686
Nationally
773rd of 2,034
In South East
16th of 44
In West Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
119 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Blake Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Cogges Hill Road, Witney
West Oxfordshire, OX28 3FR
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