Watchfield Primary School
82%
Capacity
346
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Watchfield Primary School
Watchfield 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 346 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Watchfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nick Hatcliffe, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 26% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13424th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 47 in Vale of White Horse.
Watchfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 21 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
Watchfield Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Watchfield Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Vale of White Horse, Watchfield 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 | North Street, Watchfield, Vale of White Horse, SN6 8SD |
| Headteacher | Nick Hatcliffe |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 346 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.4% |
| School Capacity | 346 / 420 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Nov 2010. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (26%)
13424th of 13,686
Nationally
2002nd of 2,034
In South East
45th 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
26%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
26%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
North Street, Watchfield
Vale of White Horse, SN6 8SD
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