Wheatley Church of England Primary School
67%
Capacity
282
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Wheatley Church of England Primary School
Wheatley Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 282 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wheatley Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Gillian Standing, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12488th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 48 in South Oxfordshire.
Wheatley Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 31 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
Wheatley Church of England Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 5 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 77% recommending the school (74 responses).
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 Wheatley Church of England Primary School include Forest School, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Cross Country, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Drama, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Oxfordshire, Wheatley 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 | Littleworth Road, Oxford, South Oxfordshire, OX33 1NN |
| Headteacher | Gillian Standing |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 282 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.9% |
| School Capacity | 282 / 420 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12488th of 13,686
Nationally
1858th of 2,034
In South East
44th of 48
In South Oxfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
40%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
74 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wheatley Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Littleworth Road, Oxford
South Oxfordshire, OX33 1NN
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