William Fletcher Primary School
76%
Capacity
238
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About William Fletcher Primary School
William Fletcher Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cherwell community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 238 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated William Fletcher Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Martin, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1387th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 45 in Cherwell.
William Fletcher Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 24 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at William Fletcher Primary School include Forest School, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Swimming, Tennis, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Chess, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cherwell, William Fletcher 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Rutten Lane, Oxford, Cherwell, OX5 1LW |
| Headteacher | Claire Martin |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 238 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.9% |
| School Capacity | 238 / 315 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1387th of 13,686
Nationally
176th of 2,034
In South East
5th of 45
In Cherwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
81%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed24
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rutten Lane, Oxford
Cherwell, OX5 1LW
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