Wychwood Church of England Primary School
92%
Capacity
290
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Wychwood Church of England Primary School
Wychwood Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Oxfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 290 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Wychwood Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katy Gent, 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 5190th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 44 in West Oxfordshire.
Wychwood Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 40 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
Wychwood Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (97 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 Wychwood Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Oxfordshire, Wychwood 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Milton Road, Chipping Norton, West Oxfordshire, OX7 6BD |
| Headteacher | Katy Gent |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 290 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.3% |
| School Capacity | 290 / 315 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5190th of 13,686
Nationally
716th of 2,034
In South East
15th 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
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
97 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wychwood 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
Milton Road, Chipping Norton
West Oxfordshire, OX7 6BD
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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