William Morris Primary School
134%
Capacity
234
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About William Morris Primary School
William Morris Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cherwell community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 234 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (134% of 175 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Alastair Johns, it falls under Oxfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9376th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 45 in Cherwell.
William Morris Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 30 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
William Morris Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (40 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at William Morris Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Book Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cherwell, William Morris 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Bretch Hill, Banbury, Cherwell, OX16 0UZ |
| Headteacher | Alastair Johns |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.0% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 175 (134% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (2 Jul 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9376th of 13,686
Nationally
1393rd of 2,034
In South East
33rd of 45
In Cherwell
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
40 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
97
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About William Morris Primary School
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Contact Information
Bretch Hill, Banbury
Cherwell, OX16 0UZ
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