Abbey Woods Academy
Wallingford, OX10 7LZ · Oxfordshire · primary school
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109th of 230 primary schools in Oxfordshire we can score, 244 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.7/10 against 1,673 of them, against 5.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Abbey Woods Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 4.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Yoga, Gardening, Coding, Board games, and Lego clubs, play Cricket and Multi-sports, and visit the Story Museum. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 138 pupils against a stated capacity of 280. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the weekly coding sessions?
What Ofsted said about Abbey Woods Academy
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are “happy and motivated to try their best” within a culture that actively promotes and celebrates achievement. Leaders have established an “ambitious curriculum” and consistent teaching approaches that support strong progress, particularly in core subjects and early years. The inspection notes that the school has improved significantly since its previous rating, with staff feeling valued and parents expressing high satisfaction with the “positive and encouraging environment.”
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate the school’s ‘CARE’ values, showing “consideration and value kindness” in their interactions.
- Teachers use effective modelling, questioning, and assessment to address knowledge gaps, ensuring pupils build “secure knowledge over time” in core subjects.
- Reading is highly prioritised, with daily ‘class reads’ and prompt support ensuring children become “confident and fluent readers.”
- Behaviour is “calm and orderly” due to clear expectations and consistent routines, resulting in very few instances of bullying.
- Pupils benefit from wide opportunities, including clubs and leadership roles, fostering a sense of inclusion and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, leaders must ensure staff identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge, as prior learning is not “adequately woven into current topics.”
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” with leaders providing thorough training and working well with external agencies to support pupils and families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 38% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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